Why Patients Need You

Creating value though procurement processes is keeping our products in production and our innovators innovating. Whether you are part of negotiating contracts, managing vendors or forecasting requirements, your role is critical to getting our medicines in the hands of the people who need them most, faster and more efficiently than ever before.

What You Will Achieve

ROLE SUMMARY

The Category Execution Manager role is responsible for managing the execution of global category strategies.

They are responsible for delivering exceptional category value to Pfizer stakeholders through the execution of global categories strategies.

They are responsible for implementation of new sourcing strategies that meet the needs of the internal customers and suppliers.

This position will predominantely focus (but not solely) on the CAPEX category working with the Pfizer Puurs site in Belgium. (English speaking, based in Thessaloniki)

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Category Strategy Execution

• Provides guidance for the delivery of exceptional category value to Pfizer stakeholders through the execution of global category strategies

• Support category execution plans aligned to the organization's strategic objectives and drive cost savings, process improvements, and innovation

• Leads / Co-leads end-to-end management of high or medium complexity category initiatives (guidance for low-level initiatives

• Supports compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements across all procurement activities

Sourcing Process Ownership

• Manage the execution of entire sourcing process from identifying suppliers, implementation of new sourcing strategies, aligning with supplier and internal customer needs

• Lead the development of RFXs, which may include Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs) or Request for Information (RFIs) and coordinate with stakeholders to clearly define scope, objectives, evaluation criteria, and ensure that the RFX meets all requirements and timelines

• Manage the communication of internal stakeholders of the RFX to potential suppliers and respond to supplier inquiries, maintaining a professional and positive relationship with suppliers throughout the process

• Lead / Co-lead the conversations with the suppliers to negotiate and finalize contracts, ensuring that all contractual terms and conditions are met

• Manage the eSourcing capability with standard global templates that can be leveraged regionally

• Provides support for the regular business reviews to track performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure excellent value delivered to Pfizer in terms of cost savings, cost avoidance, cycle time to source spend

Contracting Process Ownership

• Manage end-to-end contracting processes and procedures in line with industry best practices

• Supports the execution of contract drafting / redlining process

• Manage the guidance and training to business stakeholders on the contracting process, including contract review, negotiation, and execution

• Ensure all contracts are properly executed, stored, and maintained in a centralized contract management system

• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations

Category Execution

• Typically supports 1-2 categories(CAPEX focused)

• Typically manages categories of high or medium complexity

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline

• Good understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, including category execution, strategic sourcing and supplier management

• Skilled in managing complex, cross-functional projects

• Skilled in business operations, client engagement and customer relationship management

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage procurement contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms and conditions, tracking and managing contract deliverables, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

• Familiarity with sourcing and procurement tools and technologies is also desirable

• Must have excellent communication skills to effectively negotiate with suppliers and communicate with internal stakeholders

• Comfort with ambiguity & quickly adapt to the changing market conditions

• Effective project management & communications skills to be able to write clear and concise reports

• Business English required

Experience

• Typical Years of Experience: 5+ years of experience in sourcing & procurement with a good experience in category execution (3+ yrs for MBA/MS)

• Demonstrated success in building partnerships and connections with business leaders to execute strategies

• Experience in Service Level Agreement management

• Demonstrated capability to thrive in a complex environment

• Experience in conducting low complexity, routine negotiations

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated consultative skills

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Category execution

• Knowledge of standard sourcing, contracting & savings processes

• Ability to drive coordination between legal and business stakeholders for contract completion

• Knowledge of procurement systems, processes and procedures

• Experience in project management, including the ability to contribute to multiple cross-functional projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

• Strong analytical skills and comfort with standard analytical methods and tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Access, Ariba, SAP)

• Proficiency in PowerPoint, and other relevant software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA or Master’s degree in strategy, management, or related field is a plus

• Procurement/Sourcing experience with similar Blue-chip organization

• Certifications preferred: CPSM, CPM, PMP, MCIPS

Note: CPSM: Certified Professional in Supply Management; CPM: Certified in Planning Management; PMP: Project Management Professional; MCIPS: Masters in Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply

Please apply by sending your CV and a motivational letter in English