Category Manager, Commercial Procurement

Role: Category Manager, Commercial Procurement, focusing on developing and executing sourcing strategies for Market Research, Sales Operations, and Market Access spend categories within biopharma commercial functions. Responsibilities: lead end-to-end strategic sourcing, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and optimize costs while ensuring quality, innovation, and compliance; partner closely with Commercial leadership and cross-functional stakeholders; monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement. Requirements: Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement, with experience in commercial services categories in healthcare or life sciences; proven success in negotiations and supplier management; strong analytical, stakeholder management, and project skills. Preferred: industry experience in pharma, biotech, or healthcare; professional certifications like CPSM or CPM; familiarity with procurement systems. High-Value: support for categories such as Market Access, Commercial Analytics, and Patient Services; experience with procurement tech and spend analytics; hybrid work setup with up to 15% domestic travel.