category manager Budapest

category manager
Budapest

Our partner, a leading pharmaceutical company known for its commitment to quality and operational excellence. They offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

As a Category Manager you will be responsible for managing specific categories of direct materials, supporting the development of procurement strategies, and driving category strategies through the procurement team. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical supply chain.

Secure and drive supply of direct materials for manufacturing and R&D

Manage end-to-end procurement of assigned direct material categories, including spend analysis, supplier management, risk assessment, contract negotiation, and relationship building.

Serve as the primary escalation point for direct material issues within your responsibility

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to proactively resolve supply challenges

Independently understand and address global stakeholder needs for assigned categories

Lead sourcing and onboarding of new materials and suppliers

Initiate, manage, and support cost savings and efficiency projects globally and locally

Negotiate and implement contracts and amendments

Monitor, evaluate, and improve supplier performance Elvárások / Requirements

Approximately 4 years of experience in the manufacturing industry with a focus on supply chain management and procurement of direct materials. Experience with raw materials management, manufacturing, quality assurance, continuous improvement, and budgeting is essential.

strong stakeholder management skills

ability to operate at different organizational levels

strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management

negotiation skills

contract management

understanding of ISO standards and cGMP regulations

proficiency in data analysis and ERP systems

strong MS Office skills

fluency in English (written and spoken) Amit nyújtunk / Benefits

What our partner can offer:

competitive salary

hybrid way of work

cafeteria, yearly bonus

collaborative work culture

private insurances