Global D&T Category Manager

Role Overview

• Discuss and determine the purchasing needs (quality and quantity) with key global D&T stakeholders to understand purchasing and financial needs, to align business plans and to clarify outline for ANHnewco indirect D&T services procurement strategy and plan
• Accountable for the development and the implementation strategic procurement D&T category strategies that align with ANHnewco goals and objectives
• Identify and mitigate business risks caused by single source positions and changes in market dynamics, next to create maximal possibilities in implementing the ANHnewco D&T strategy
• Work together with key global D&T stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with the overall business road map and agenda, ensure business needs are well captured
• Operate within the Cost Governance model as relevant procurement D&T subcategory owner
• Work with relevant D&T category managers/buyers, finance and business to define, animate and monitor initiative pipelines to drive overall value for the business as cost savings, growth opportunity and cash.
• Responsible to drive supplier partnership excellence, ensure compliance with internal and external policies/regulations and secure risk management through supply continuity and preserving company reputation
• Infuse Corporate Social Responsibility standards and considerations into sourcing decisions, promoting ethical and sustainable practices in supplier relationships
• Provide job coaching to category managers and buyers from D&T subcategories’ functional perspectives
• Internal (Stakeholder and Procurement) communication, cooperation and change management in situations of aligned and conflicting interests
• External communication towards suppliers, peers and industry bodies representing ANHnewco for the category.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in procurement business administration, commerce, or other relevant discipline preferred; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years in Indirect sourcing services and leadership roles regionally and globally
• Category management, strategic thinking & creativity, collaboration excellence, change management capabilities
• Experience engaging with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams by leveraging strong communication skills and utilizing appropriate channels and methods.

Benefits

• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.