Global Category Manager, Marketing & Sales Support

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited in Boston, MA, is seeking a Global Category Manager to develop and execute the Marketing & Sales Support category strategy. You will partner with Commercial stakeholders to shape demand, drive sourcing initiatives, and manage supplier relationships across markets.

The role requires 8+ years in category management and strong expertise in procurement strategy, negotiations, and governance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in category management or related field.
• Experience developing global category strategies.
• Knowledge of Marketing & Sales Support spend categories.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve global Marketing & Sales Support category strategy.
• Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Partner with Commercial stakeholders to influence requirements and sourcing decisions.
• Leverage market intelligence and analytics to identify opportunities.
• Manage multiyear category pipeline and supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supplier management

Commercial strategy

Negotiations

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Procurement analytics tools

Automation platforms

AI-enabled procurement solutions

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited in Boston, MA, is seeking a Global Category Manager to develop and execute the Marketing & Sales Support category strategy. You will partner with Commercial stakeholders to shape demand, drive sourcing initiatives, and manage supplier relationships across markets.

The role requires 8+ years in category management and strong expertise in procurement strategy, negotiations, and governance.