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Job Purpose The Procurement Category Manager operates within the corporate “Group Procurement - Raw Materials” function and is responsible for managing the strategic sourcing of pharmaceutical raw materials, with main focus on Rare Disease portfolio (biologics and complex APIs), to ensure continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and compliance with quality and regulatory standards. The role contributes to the definition and execution of category strategies, working in close collaboration with other Group Procurement teams, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Science & Technology, Finance, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Legal teams. The position plays a key role in supplier management and selection, supply agreement negotiations, budget definition and financial result reporting across a general supplier base, while contributing to cost optimization and risk mitigation initiatives Drive the definition and implementation of global category strategies aligned with Group Procurement and business objectives.

With cross-functional engagement, participate to business review and problem-solving sessions, as well as support project cost negotiations and action item implementations. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers globally and ensure supply continuity through appropriate sourcing strategies,



aligned with Supply Chain and Manufacturing Science & Technology projects Work closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing Science & Technology, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs to monitor supplier performance, support supplier qualification and change management processes, audits and GMP compliance, support project implementation Define annual budget and period forecasts, monitor financial performance during the year together with Finance and Supply Chain teams. Deliver procurement targets, identify and implement cost-saving and value improvement initiatives.

Manage procurement data in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and ensure reporting accuracy. Support the required supplier management in e-procurement platforms. Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain to ensure inventory optimization and continuity of supply.

Support identification and implementation of best practices, contribute to harmonized team project and performance reporting. 5-6 years of experience with preference in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Development or Proposal management within the pharmaceutical or chemical sector.

Experience in managing contracts and commercial agreements ~ Experience working with cross-functional teams (QA, RA, MSAT, Supply Chian, Finance, Legal, Manufacturing) and with problem-solving attitude ~ Solid analytical skills and ability to interpret market data.

Experience with cost and TCO analysis ~ Exposure to global supply markets (Europe, US, India, China) ~ Fluent in English, written and spoken Italian, French or German

📌 Procurement Category Manager - Raw Materials (Madrid)
🏢 Recordati
📍 Madrid