Senior Category Manager
United States of America, Remote Job ID R0000029558 Category ProcurementAbout this Role
The Senior Category Manager is responsible to manage and drive measurable improvement in Parexel's procurement strategies.
The incumbent performs assignments requiring a solid knowledge of the marketas well as procurement best practices, theories, principles and disciplines. Incumbent will be responsible for:
Evaluate variable issues and risks.
Facilitates mitigation and resolution of issues and interacts with management on a regular basis.
Oversee major global purchases and coordinate associated work with Business Analysts and Procurement Specialists with the support of the Category Leader
Provide best practice consultation and for collaborating with internal clients, qualifying and developing sourcing/supplier strategies.
Ensure compliance and alignment with strategic corporate goals, contractual requests and stipulations from clients including risk management, GxP regulations, total cost of ownership.
**REQUIRED: PAST CRO OR PHARM EXPEREINCE**
Key Accountabilities:
Category Strategy Development and Execution
Develop, propose and implement strategic global and regional category plans that align with business strategies and goals.
Manage, and drive measurable improvement in the selection and development of suppliers to optimize value in assigned categories with support of the Category Leader.
Perform internal assessment of current and future needs, external assessment of market trends and competitive suppliers; develop financial models to assess “Total Cost of Ownership” (TCO) and opportunities to leverage changes in specifications, processes, systems and products to lower TCO; work closely with Business Units Corporate Departments and Category Leader to establish and implement the category strategy.
Develop and Execute Sourcing Strategy
Based on the category sourcing strategy and TCO, select and negotiate with suppliers; establish and maintain contractual and business relationships with the suppliers; communicate with Business Units and Corporate Department influencers and users on the selection
Execute, for the categories owned, the following procurement process steps: Needs/specifications; category strategy development; supplier negotiations; implementation; supplier development; contract administration, measurement and monitoring.
Facilitate discussions with cross-functional teams to ensure that Business Units and Corporate Departments provide input and are represented in the execution of the strategies for their category.
Global Category Market Expertise
Remain current with future trends within the marketplace by maintaining relationships with suppliers, and other market experts; recommend new technologies and solutions
Negotiate and Manage Contracts
Negotiate terms and conditions with key global and regional suppliers for medium to large dollar contracts to ensure optimum price competitiveness and service levels are maintained.
With Legal, manage the contract review process and ensure company risk is minimized.
Responsible for ensuring that all business requirements are captured
Performance Management
Collaborate with the sourcing specialists and/or supplier relationship manager in the development of scorecards and participate in supplier governance reviews.
World-class Service Delivery
Work with key management and Category Lead to help develop the strategic direction to attain world-class service delivery.
Process Standardization
Facilitate cooperation and the development of company-wide standards to facilitate strong links between Parexel and its suppliers; lead and drive supplier development where appropriate.
Skills:
Ability to perform with independence and judgment and seeks guidance when needed.
Knowledge of category management, business and supply chain management practices, theories, principles and disciplines.
Proficient category knowledge including market place, key suppliers and future trends.
Demonstrated success of leading global teams to achieve quantifiable results.
Highly motivated with ability to help drive change in a decentralized/matrixed organization.
Project management skills and results oriented.
Solid business acumen accompanied by solid and reliable interpersonal skills.
Effective negotiation and influence skills.
Track record for cultivating strong relationships with client and supplier stakeholders that have resulted in high customer satisfaction.
Strong analytical skills including the ability to distill, synthesize, and draw conclusions on large amounts of data
Creates recommended business cases for solutions; solicits feedback from colleagues and managers.
Knowledge and Experience:
**REQUIRED: PAST CRO OR PHARM EXPEREINCE**
Three plus years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing and a total of seven to ten years of professional procurement experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage medium to large global projects coupled with financial responsibility.
Experience in negotiating contracts and knowledge of key contractual language
Experience in a procurement role demonstrating strong technical and analytical skills and a track record of success working in a global, team-based environment
Education:
BS in Business, Finance or Supply Chain. MBA Preferred.
C.P.M. or equivalent professional certification preferred.
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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the United States includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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