Ph3Job Overview /h3pManager External Manufacturing Category supports the end‑to‑end procurement strategy for the category, delivering cost efficiency, quality, innovation, and sustainability outcomes that enable JJ’s business growth. Serves as the category subject‑matter expert and partners with Supply Chain, Quality, RD, Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ullibProcurement Strategy Execution Support /bpDeploy the Innovative Medicine Supply Chain Procurement Strategy, contribute to sourcing strategies, and shape the supply base. /ppLeverage market intelligence category expertise to assess industry trends, identify value‑creation opportunities, and proactively address supply and cost risks. /ppLead medium‑complexity procurement projects aligned with supply chain strategy. /p /lilibSupplier Management Contracting /bpBuild and maintain strong relationships with in‑scope suppliers, manage supplier selection, sourcing processes, due diligence, and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts. /ppPartner with suppliers and internally to identify cost reductions, quality improvements, and process efficiencies. /ppManage portfolio‑level contract lifecycle activities with Legal. /p /lilibStakeholder Engagement Cross‑Functional Collaboration /bpParticipate in cross‑functional category and project forums; partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, and RD to enable product launches and operational readiness. /ppIncorporate stakeholder requirements into actionable sourcing plans and support sustainable procurement and supplier diversity initiatives. /p /lilibFinancial Management Commercial Impact /bpDeliver cost‑effective sourcing solutions across existing and new products; drive cost avoidance and cash‑flow improvements. /ppLive into financial cycles and deliver performance indicators (CIP, Cash, Cost Avoidance, Inflation, etc.). /p /lilibRisk, Resiliency Compliance /bpEscalate commercial, supply, quality, and regulatory risks; drive mitigation actions and maintain continuity plans. /ppSupport compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. /p /lilibData, Tools Continuous Improvement /bpLeverage procurement systems, analytics, and digital tools for insight and decision making; use data to drive continuous improvement. /p /lilibInnovation /bpIdentify supplier innovation projects; lead projects through commercialization with representation from Quality, RD, and Procurement. /p /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ullibEducation /bp• Bachelor’s degree (preferred fields: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Supply Chain Management or equivalent). /pp• MBA or Master’s degree preferred. /p /lilibExperience Skills /bp• Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience, preferably inside and outside Procurement. /pp• Analytical skills for data analysis supporting sourcing strategy. /pp• Negotiation and relationship‑management experience. /pp• Project‑management and leadership experience in cross‑functional projects. /pp• Ability to make tough decisions in a timely manner. /pp• Planning, organizational, presentation, and communication skills. /pp• Familiarity with digital and AI tools. /p /lilibLeadership Behaviors Competencies /bp• Results‑oriented, accountable, and action‑driven. /pp• Collaborative relationship‑builder. /pp• Agile and adaptable in a fast‑moving environment. /pp• High ethical standards and governance alignment. /pp• Customer‑focused with a mindset for innovation. /p /lilibOther Requirements /bp• Up to 20% domestic and international travel may be required. /p /lilibPreferred Skills /bulliBusiness Data Analysis /liliBusiness Savvy /liliCategory Management Strategy /liliCoaching /liliCompetitive Landscape Analysis /liliContract Management /liliCost‑Benefit Analysis (CBA) /liliCritical Thinking /liliData Analysis /liliMarket Savvy /liliNegotiation /liliNew Program Development /liliPerformance Measurement /liliProcess Improvements /liliProcurement Policies /liliRelationship Building /liliRisk Management /liliSpend Analysis /liliStrategic Thinking /liliSupplier Collaboration /liliSustainable Procurement /liliTechnical Credibility /liliVendor Selection /li /ul /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr