Global Marketing & Sales Procurement Strategist

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

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Boston, MA is seeking a Global Category Manager to develop and execute the Marketing & Sales Support category strategy across markets.

The role partners with Commercial stakeholders to shape demand, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable value. You will leverage market intelligence, spend analytics, and advanced procurement tools, lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, and implement Master Service Agreements and category plans to optimize costs,

Qualifications

• 8+ years in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or related function.
• Global or multi-market category strategy experience that delivers value.
• Subject matter expertise in Marketing & Sales Support spend or similar services.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evolve the global Marketing & Sales Support category strategy.
• Partner with Commercial stakeholders to influence demand, specifications, and sourcing decisions.
• Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract implementations.
• Design commercial models, pricing frameworks, and value realization plans.
• Establish supplier segmentation, governance, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Leadership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, or another relevant field

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

AI-enabled analytics

Advanced analytics

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Boston, MA is seeking a Global Category Manager to develop and execute the Marketing & Sales Support category strategy across markets.

The role partners with Commercial stakeholders to shape demand, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable value. You will leverage market intelligence, spend analytics, and advanced procurement tools, lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, and implement Master Service Agreements and category plans to optimize costs,