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Job Function:

Procurement

Job Sub Function:

Category

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium, Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, Zug, Switzerland

Job Description: About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.

We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Manager, Procurement External Manufacturing! This hybrid position will be in Zug, Switzerland or Beerse, Belgium or Cork, Ireland.

In the Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC) team, we are working to build a world without disease. Transforming lives by finding new and better ways to prevent, intercept, treat, and cure disease inspires us. We bring together the best minds and pursue the most promising science. Are you interested in joining a team delivering outstanding results to our customers? Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

Position Summary

The Senior Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement strategy for the External Manufacturing category. They will deliver cost efficiency, quality, innovation, and sustainability outcomes that enable J&J’s business growth. Applying their category subject matter expertise, they will partner closely with Supply Chain (SC), Quality, R&D, Legal, Finance, and other business partners to define sourcing strategies, shape the supply base, and drive supplier relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Deploy and maintain category sourcing strategies and a prioritized roadmap of initiatives aligned with short‑, mid‑, and long‑term business needs.

• Leverage market intelligence & category expertise to assess industry trends, identify value‑creation opportunities, and proactively address supply and cost risks.

• Lead or coordinate large, sophisticated procurement projects aligned with the strategy.

Supplier Management & Contracting

• Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers while partnering to drive performance, innovation, and opportunities for cost reductions, and quality and process improvements.

• Lead the negotiation of commercial agreements and contracts (balancing value, risk, and business continuity) throughout their lifecycle (including renewals and amendments) and in partnership with Legal.

Team Member Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Function as procurement's representative in cross‑functional category and project forums.

• Partner with cross‑functional teams (SC, Quality, Regulatory, R&D, etc.) to translate business requirements into sourcing plans and enable product launches and operational readiness.

• Champion sustainable procurement and supplier diversity initiatives

Financial Management & Commercial Impact

• Deliver cost‑effective sourcing solutions across existing and new products.

• Drive cost avoidance and cash‑flow improvements through negotiation strategies.

• Manage key procurement performance indicators (CIP, Cash, Cost Avoidance, Inflation, etc.) and ensure accurate forecasting and budgeting aligned with financial cycles.

Risk, Resiliency, & Compliance

• Identify commercial, supply, quality, and regulatory risks.

• Develop and maintain contingency and continuity plans.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.

Data, Tools, & Continuous Improvement

• Promote digital tools and automation opportunities.

• Use procurement systems and analytics to generate insights and drive continuous improvement in supplier and sourcing performance.

Innovation

• Translate category needs into supplier innovation projects and lead projects through commercialization, ensuring qualification and verification, and appropriate representation from Quality, R&D, and Procurement throughout project phases.

• Represent Procurement in innovation initiatives globally and regionally.

Cost transparency

• Own cost transparency and end-to-end value‑chain mapping for the EM category, including a materials view, leveraging supplier partnerships, should‑cost frameworks, and digital tools to unlock enterprise cost advantages.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's/University or equivalent degree is required; advanced (MBA) degree or focused degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

• Certifications preferred: CIPS, CPSM, APICS (CPIM, CLTD, or CSCP), CPP, CPM, or PMP/FPX

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Required:

• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience

• Experience in Procurement and/or Category Management. Experience developing category strategies or multi‑year sourcing roadmaps.

• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of cost drivers, market dynamics, and risk trade‑offs.

• Experience in sourcing strategy, supplier management, and complex contract negotiation

• Proficiency in Excel, with strong advanced analytics skills to analyze insights, spend, or supplier performance evaluation.

• Familiarity with digital and AI procurement tools

• Strong presentation and executive communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with and influence business partners.

• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional sourcing initiatives/projects.

Preferred:

• Experience managing strategic or high‑risk suppliers, including performance and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity with agility, prioritize effectively, and drive outcomes in a fast paced, complex environment.

• Experience with global procurement for External Manufacturing, Materials, and Services

• Pharmaceutical, Life Science, or equivalent industry experience

OTHER:

• May require up to 20% domestic and international travel.

• Requires the ability, through our flexible work policy, to work on-site a minimum of three days each week, with the option for two remote workdays each week.

Equal Opportunity statement

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Category Management, Category Management Strategy

Preferred Skills:

Advanced Analytics, Business Data Analysis, Business Savvy, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Contract Management, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Critical Thinking, Leadership, Market Savvy, Mentorship, Negotiation, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Spend Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Supplier Collaboration, Sustainable Procurement, Technical Credibility, Vendor Selection