.senior us category manager patient support servicesjob id: req-10033993date: feb 19, 2025location: mexico city #hybridsummarylead the procurement us category organization of patient support services maximizing value through global, regional, and local sourcing strategies.
will lead and support a team who provides guidance on procurement processes, systems, and strategies to all internal stakeholders with the aim of leveraging a competitive advantage to novartis through our suppliers.
take care of the motivation and development of the team.major accountabilitiesdevelop category sourcing strategies for all demands from the business and ensure alignment with stakeholders and market best practices.develop annual procurement business plans and tactical plans in line with the agreed sourcing strategy, ensuring full alignment with divisional and group targets, and set stretch targets for the team, benchmarking against best-in-class external organizations, and measuring achievement of objectives against kpis.identify sourcing strategies (preferred suppliers, outsourcing) and manage relationships with key stakeholders and external suppliers, exerting significant influence to drive procurement initiatives.establish contracts with suppliers to secure business continuity of services/materials with effective costs, terms, and commercial conditions.
ensure contracts meet specified quality and service levels and track savings according to group guidelines.implement and utilize procurement systems and tools, ensuring consistent tracking of savings and other procurement kpis, according to group policies.ensure global procurement guidelines are followed for every sourcing strategy.deliver senior management information in the right quality according to deadlines.lead, motivate, and maintain a healthy team environment for the team (4 or 5 associates).
ensure merit increases, yearly targets, and talent information are completed on time.university/advanced degree is required; master's degree/phd is preferred.preferably 8-10 years of relevant experience in procurement/business patient support activities/programs or equivalent.preferably 8-10 years of experience in procurement in sourcing category contract and supplier management; good knowledge of ariba(system).experience working with the us market; knowledge of us regulations that impact patient support programs, health insurance, or the health system.strong and effective written and verbal communication in english.positive attitude and high level of energy to proactively ensure execution.cross-cultural experience, collaborating across boundaries, critical negotiations, strong leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, resilience, and learning agility.people leadership with excellent soft skills and experience managing small to medium teams (max 10 people)