Overview
In this role you will manage the performance of external contract manufacturers focused on Specialty and Biosimilar segments, ensuring timely delivery and favorable sourcing terms. You will represent ESO in cross-functional settings to align with STADA's position and drive continuous improvement in supplier relationships. You will lead risk management, forecasting collaboration, and strategic supplier engagement to sustain supply continuity. This is a cross-functional role that shapes sourcing strategy and supplier performance within a growing international pharma environment.
Responsabilidades
Manage external manufacturing organizations with ongoing contractual oversight
Support initiation and negotiation of supply agreements with contract manufacturers
Establish strategic relationships with third-party suppliers and act as primary contact for business collaborations
Lead regular Management Business Reviews with senior supplier stakeholders to review performance and identify improvements
Drive continuous improvement of the overall business relationship with suppliers




Collaborate on forecasting, production planning and supply chain processes to ensure continuity of supply and avoid back-orders
Act as primary contact for communications and resolution of supply chain and technical issues
Identify supply risks proactively and develop mitigation strategies
Lead activities to manage and execute risk mitigation plans
Ensure cross-functional coordination with internal stakeholders
Review sourcing conditions, challenge costs of goods and identify optimization measures
Evaluate, initiate and track product transfers (Site to Site; in-sourcing)
Requisitos principales Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related fields (manufacturing technology, economics, or technical engineering)
3+ years in pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical/GMP operations
5+ years handling external suppliers with business analysis experience and understanding of manufacturing cost structures (RPM, O

📌 ESO Manager (Barcelona)
🏢 Stada Arzneimittel
📍 Barcelona