Lead strategic negotiations with Rx manufacturers (including generics and, where applicable, the parallel import segment).
Establish, maintain and further develop long-term supplier partnerships in the German market.
Actively drive market, manufacturer and portfolio developments, and facilitate annual and pricing/terms negotiations.
Take end-to-end responsibility across the value chain — from the supplier side through to the end-customer and supply perspective.
Develop and implement a structured negotiation and cooperation framework to scale and standardize supplier collaboration.
Oversee and manage contracts, purchasing conditions and commercial agreements while considering complex regulatory requirements.
Develop multi-year Rx procurement and partnership strategies in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Requirements
Degree in a business-related field or equivalent commercial vocational training.
Several years' experience in strategic procurement with proven negotiation experience, ideally in the pharmaceutical, FMCG, consumer healthcare or OTC sectors.
Ability to adapt to regulated market environments and successfully transfer procurement strategies to new categories.
Demonstrable experience in supplier negotiations, contract management and optimization of commercial terms.
Strong ability to build sustainable partnerships and make strategic decisions driven by data and market insights.
Benefits
Personal development: We promote and support your individual growth through various internal and external training programs.
Home office: If your role does not require on-site presence, we offer flexible work location options — including up to 20 days per year from anywhere within the EU.
Company pension: We provide a company pension plan and make an external advisor available to inform and support you.
Mental health: Receive fast, professional support from psychologists via nilo if you feel overwhelmed in your private or professional life — anonymous and free of charge.
Redcare events: We strengthen team spirit through creative team events and celebrate our successes together at regularly held company parties.
Mobility: We provide a fully funded Deutschlandticket (Germany-wide public transport pass) that you can use at any time.
Sport: Stay healthy. Benefit from an M-level membership package with Urban Sports Club and access a wide range of sports activities.