Regional Category Manager, Commercial IT

U061 (FCRS = US061) Novartis Services, Inc.; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 114,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off (vacation, sick time,Par

Job summary

Novartis Services, Inc. in East Hanover, NJ seeks a senior procurement leader to translate global category strategy into the US plan and drive strategic sourcing in IT, software, services, and AI technologies.

The role requires 10–15 years of procurement experience, strong RFP and negotiation skills, and a track record in Supplier Relationship Management within a large matrix organization.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of procurement or related business experience.
• Ability to execute RFPs and drive strategic negotiations with suppliers.
• Experience leading Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
• Experience in IT procurement, including Software, IT services and AI/Emerging technology (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Translate global divisional category strategy into US strategy and lead sub-category sourcing plans.
• Lead business planning, staff projects, and manage supplier relationships with KPI-driven performance.
• Create, apply and review major contracts for the sub-category and ensure communication and application.
• Manage budget/resource allocation and report procurement metrics with divisional partners.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier Relationship Management

Job description

Job Description Summary

To plan and lead Category initiatives for Commercial IT procurement in the United States; to develop the US sub-category strategy as part of the wider Global Category Strategy; to lead proactive sourcing projects, specification definition and demand management, as well as manage sub-category-specific supplier performance and innovation activities.

Job Description Location

East Hanover, NJ

Major accountabilities

Translates global divisional category strategy into US strategy. Lead the implementation of sourcing plans for the sub category and deliver sub-category savings targets following engagement in the target setting process. Provide input into the overall Category or sub-category strategy about segmentation and identification of key supplier relationships, and lead business planning activities and ensure these projects are staffed and executed on a timely basis in line with the targeted goals. Manage strategic sub-category supplier relationships, and implement consistent key performance indicators for the sub-category, ensuring that any supplier performance risks and issues are resolved on a timely basis to end user satisfaction. Collect supplier information and feedback from Divisions, Category teams and Business Partners, and deliver Procurement Balanced Scorecard metrics for the relevant sub category. Create, apply, complete and reviews major contracts for the sub category, and ensure that negotiated contracts are clearly communicated for the sub-category area and that they are consistently applied. Manage the budget/resource allocation for the area of responsibility. Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable).

Minimum Requirements

• 10-15 years of procurement or related business experience
• Ability to execute RFP's and drive strategic negotiations with suppliers
• Experience leading Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
• Experience in IT procurement, including Software, IT services and AI/Emerging technology (preferred)
• Ability to operate in a large, matrixed organization and build positive and collaborative stakeholder engagement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive leadership

Novartis Compensation Summary

US Salary Transparency The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $114,100 and $211,900 annually; however, while salary ranges are effective at the time of posting, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges.

Final pay determinations will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to geographic location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

• discretionary bonuses
• full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• health insurance
• life and disability coverage
• a 401(k) with company contribution
• various paid time off benefits, including vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• There is no relocation package on offer for this role.

Salary Range $1,14,100.00 - $2,11,900.00

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Skills Desired

• Procurement
• Supplier Relationship Management

Company Culture

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