Global Category Manager Process Equipment Join to apply for the Global Category Manager Process Equipment role at Chiesi Group. Who we are looking for We are seeking a candidate with a solid background in procurement, specifically in process equipment and related services, who can drive negotiations and manage supplier relationships across the global organization. Purpose The position will be placed in an organization that operates internationally, and will have contacts with all the group's affiliates. Main Responsibilities Responsible for contract negotiation for Global Manufacturing (HQ and Sites), focusing on negotiating contracts for process equipment and all the correlating services (platform scale up, consultancy support, contracts for maintenance, …), leading the procurement process till the final contract definition and execution, in compliance with company procedures. Collaborating with internal Department to define and manage RFI/RFP and calls for tenders. Definition and negotiation of the contractual instrument suitable for the context, such as Purchase Order, Procurement Contracts, Master Service Agreement, etc. with the support of Corporate Legal and the internal clients. Creation on SAP of purchase orders and contracts in digital and/or paper format. Carrying out appropriate actions towards suppliers to comply with contractual terms and the adequacy of supplies in collaboration with Internal Customers. Tracking, managing and monitoring the market, challenging supplier cost increases and alternative supplier selection, proposal of suitable supply alternatives to internal customers. Creation and maintenance of the partnership relationship with Internal Customers with the aim of supporting them from the beginning in the selection of suppliers and to implement all the negotiation strategies aimed at obtaining the best purchasing conditions for goods and services. Support Affiliates in strategic projects. Individuate suppliers that can support globally Chiesi Group, issuing Master Agreements or sharing best practices and knowledge of the specific category. Management of the strategic relationship with suppliers also for their qualification based on company policies. Experience Required At least 5-6 years of work experience in Procurement function; experience in managing, negotiating and contracting indirect categories will be a plus. Education Preferred Master’s Degree in Law or Engineering. Languages Fluency in English (knowledge of French will also be evaluated as a plus). Italian is mandatory. Technical Skills Knowledge of the office package and SAP management software. Soft Skills Relational skills, with particular reference to team work and external resources management. Problem solving and goal orientation. Autonomy and proactivess. Time management and scheduling priority. What we offer You would join a dynamic, fast-growing, challenging and friendly environment. In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development. Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well-being. We want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work-life balance in order to be able to give our best. That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people-care services. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Purchasing Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing J-18808-Ljbffr