Join to apply for the procurement global category manager r&d role at novartis méxico.about the role: to plan and lead category initiatives for categories globally; to lead proactive sourcing projects, specification definition and demand management, as well as manage r&d supplier performance and innovation activities.location: mexico city – hybrid.responsibilitiestranslates global divisional category strategy into global, divisional, sub category strategy or translates regional procurement strategy into country strategy and local implementation.lead the implementation of sourcing plans for the sub category and deliver sub-category savings targets following engagement in the target setting process.provide input into the overall category or sub-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.may directly control at a country level purchase with respect to supplier choice, timing and commercial conditions (may vary between divisions depending on way spend is controlled).
collect supplier information and feedback from divisions, countries, sites, category teams and business partners, and deliver procurement balanced scorecard metrics.create, apply, complete and reviews major contracts for the sub category, and ensure that negotiated contracts are clearly communicated for the sub-category area and that they are consistently applied.manage the budget/resource allocation for the area of responsibility.
manage the performance and talent development of direct reports and contribute to talent development of indirect reports.qualificationsuniversity/advanced degree is required.
master's degree/other advanced degree is preferred.preferably 8-10+ years of relevant subject experience in procurement (indirects).
cross-cultural experience.strategic sourcing and stakeholder management experience.strong and effective written and verbal communication skills in english.experience in research and development category (preferred).
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