Job Description

28,000 associates of more than 100 nationalities deliver high quality and affordable medicine on time, every time, safely and efficiently. Your responsibilities include, but not limited to: . Purpose : To plan and lead Category initiatives for a clearly defined sub-category globally OR one category regionally OR all categories in one country OR multiple cross-divisional and categories in one country to develop the sub-category strategy as part of the wider . Category Strategy to lead proactive sourcing projects, specification definition and demand management, as well as manage sub-category-specific supplier performance and innovation activities. . Major Accountabilities - Translates global divisional category strategy into global, divisional, subcategory strategy OR translates regional procurement strategy into country strategy and local implementation . Lead the implementation of sourcing plans for the subcategory 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 . 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 purchases with respect to supplier choice, timing and commercial conditions (may vary between divisions depending on way spend is 1/3 controlled). . Collect supplier information and feedback from Divisions, countries, sites, Category teams and Business Partners, and deliver Procurement Balanced Scorecard metrics for the relevant subcategory. Diversity & Inclusion / EEO Minimum Requirements What you\'ll bring to the role: . 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 [Cross-Divisional /Pharma spend $25-$100m NCH/SDZ/NVD/NIBR spend $20-$80m]. . Manage the budget/resource allocation for the area of responsibility and performance and talent development of direct reports and contribute to talent development of indirect reports (Direct reports 5-10 or indirect reports up to 30). . Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt, Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable) . Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are Procurement productivity savings &Value Delivery (Financial) & Customer Delivery (service Provision) Desirable: . University/Advanced degree with strong preference in Business, Finance, or Scientific field is required with English - fluent written/spoken, French & Turkish foreign languages are plus . Overall relevant work experience of 10+ years and hands on experience in Category Management (primarily in Marketing, Meeting Congress events & Corporate Spend), Hands-on to exp in ARIBA (Sourcing and Contracting) and in exp in Pharma industry is preferred. . People Management/ Leadership skills/ Stakeholder Management Why Novartis 766 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2021, and while we\'re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people\'s lives. We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working. We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what\'s possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world\'s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying! Imagine what you could do here at Novartis! India - Accessibility and accommodation: Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here:

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