Job Description Summary
To plan and lead category initiatives for Marketing categories in the countries of their portfolio to develop the strategy for these categories as part of the wider Category Strategy; to lead proactive sourcing projects specification definition and demand management as well as manage supplier performance and innovation activities.
#LI-Hybrid
Location: Prague CZ
Job Description
Major Accountabilities:
- Translates regional procurement marketing strategy into country strategy and local implementation.
- Lead the implementation of sourcing plans for the category and deliver the savings targets following engagement in the target setting process.
- Provide input into the overall Category strategy about segmentation and identification of key supplier relationships and lead business planning activities and ensure these projects are staffed and executed on a timely basis in line with the targeted goals.
- Manage strategic sub-category supplier relationships and implement consistent key performance indicators for the sub-category ensuring that any supplier performance risks and issues are resolved on a timely basis to end user satisfaction.
- Directly control at a country level purchase with respect to supplier choice timing and commercial conditions.
- Create apply complete and reviews major contracts for the category and ensure that negotiated contracts are clearly communicated to the relevant countries and that they are consistently applied.
- Manage the budget/resource allocation for the area of responsibility.
- Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable)
Minimum Requirements:
- Relevant Procurement Experience (3 to 4 Years): Demonstrated track record in procurement with hands-on experience in sourcing supplier management contract negotiation and cost optimization.
- Critical Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to lead complex negotiations secure competitive terms and build lasting supplier partnerships that drive value for the organization.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills including planning execution and monitoring of procurement projects to ensure timely delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Stakeholder Management: Excellent ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders fostering strong working relationships that support procurement and business goals.
- Operations Management and Execution: Hands-on experience in overseeing procurement operations ensuring compliance efficiency and adherence to company policies and standards.
- Team Management Experience (Advantageous): Prior experience in leading and developing procurement teams with a focus on mentoring performance management and driving a culture of continuous
Languages :
- English additional language could be an advantage
Skills Desired
Effective Communication Finance Management Internal And External Customer Needs Analysis & Satisfaction Studies Managing Resources Negotiating
Required Experience:
Manager