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Senior Category Manager

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Angebotsart: Arbeit
Arbeitgeber: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG

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Arbeitsort

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Anstellungsart

Vollzeit

Beginn

ab sofort

Berufsbezeichnung

  • Brand-Manager/in

Stellenbeschreibung

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com
Tasks & responsibilities

  • You make a significant impact on the success of the Global Sourcing Clinical Development team by applying your strategic strength, persuasiveness and assertiveness. You will be responsible for sourcing activities within global Human Pharma's clinical services categories.
  • You assume responsibility for a worldwide category, managed in a highly centralised manner, by consistently challenging the existing status quo. Identifying enhancements and convincing the upper management to follow new ways of working will be part of your responsibility
  • You act as global supplier manager for core service providers, establishing and enforcing a robust governance system to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • One of the key aims of this role is to further develop and strengthen relationships with external strategic partners. In parallel, you closely monitor the market and identify suppliers that best fit business needs.
  • You continuously observe supply markets, search for new partners, service providers and solutions, while analysing and mitigating risks within the category.
  • You manage a high volume of sourcing requests independently and ensure successful negotiation outcomes. Resulting contracts are managed in close alignment with internal business partners.
  • You work closely with cross‑functional teams to implement cutting edge methods of working and contribute to improvements in speed, cost efficiency, value generation, use of new technologies and optimisation of buying channels
  • You support the development and upskilling of sourcing colleagues through training and mentorship.

Requirements

  • A master's degree in business administration or an equivalent professional qualification; candidates with a bachelor's degree combined with relevant professional experience will also be considered
  • Experience in procuring services or goods, preferably within a pharmaceutical or similarly regulated environment and in a global sourcing context.
  • Knowledge of market intelligence and sourcing practices related to Clinical Development services is an advantage.
  • Experience with sourcing or supporting services related to early‑stage clinical development, including early clinical trials. Experience with fully outsourced trials is an advantage.
  • Good understanding of established sourcing methodologies, including demand management, market and supplier analysis, compliance management, due diligence, risk management, supplier management, contract management and negotiation techniques.
  • Extensive experience in working on international projects and collaborating with cross‑functional teams consisting of internal and external partners.
  • Open‑minded, motivated and persuasive approach, combined with strong internal and external relationship management skills and willingness to take on responsibility.
  • Team‑oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in diverse, cross‑functional and international teams.
  • Strong communication skills in English; German language skills are an advantage.

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.
Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.
With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

Ready to contact us?
If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com
Recruitment process:
Step 1: Online application - The job posting is presumably online until July 17th, 2026. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to 3rd July, 2026 are guaranteed to be considered.
Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from beginning July
Step 3: Final interviews mid to end of July
Please submit your application documents in English.

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Unternehmensdarstellung: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG

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