PpbJob Function: /b Procurement /p pbJob Sub Function: /b Strategic Sourcing /p pbJob Category: /b Professional /p pbLocations: /b Latina, Italy; Zug, Switzerland /p h3Sr. Manager, Procurement — Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) /h3 h3Innovative Medicine Supply Chain Procurement /h3 h3Position Summary /h3 pThe Senior Manager, Procurement — Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) Category leads end-to-end API Procurement strategy and execution in a fast-paced environment for value generation and MA products. This role will deliver against high-impact opportunities in the areas of cost efficiency, supplier quality, innovation, and sustainability that enable JJ’s business growth. Serving as the category subject‑matter expert, the Senior Manager - API partners closely with External Manufacturing, Quality, RD, Legal, Finance, and additional stakeholders to define sourcing strategies, shape the supply base, and drive supplier performance. /p h3Procurement Strategy Execution /h3 ul liSupport JJ IM’s vision of creating a future where disease is a thing of the past. /li liDeploy the Innovative Medicine Supply Chain Procurement Strategy by driving high-value opportunity identification and capability uplift. /li liDevelop and execute category sourcing strategies aligned with short-, mid-, and long-term business needs. /li liLeverage market intelligence to assess industry trends, identify value‑creation opportunities, and proactively address supply and cost risks. /li liMaintain a prioritized roadmap of sourcing initiatives and ensure delivery against business milestones. /li liLead or coordinate large, complex procurement projects aligned with supply chain strategy. /li /ul h3Supplier Management Contracting /h3 ul liBuild and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers to drive performance, innovation, and improvement. /li liManage supplier selection and due diligence; collaborate with Supply Chain for onboarding and performance management. /li liNegotiate commercial agreements and contracts balancing value, risk, and continuity. /li liPartner with suppliers to identify cost reductions, quality improvements, and process efficiencies. /li liOversee contract lifecycle activities with Legal, including renewals and amendments. /li /ul h3Stakeholder Engagement Cross‑Functional Collaboration /h3 ul liRepresent Procurement in cross‑functional category and project forums. /li liPartner with Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, and RD to enable product launches and operational readiness. /li liCollaborate closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable sourcing plans. /li liChampion sustainable procurement and supplier diversity initiatives. /li /ul h3Financial Management Commercial Impact /h3 ul liDeliver cost‑effective sourcing solutions across existing and new products. /li liDrive cost avoidance and cash‑flow improvements through negotiation strategies. /li liEnsure accurate forecasting and budgeting aligned with financial cycles. /li liManage key procurement performance indicators (CIP, Cash, Cost Avoidance, Inflation, etc.). /li /ul h3Risk, Resiliency Compliance /h3 ul liIdentify commercial, supply, quality, and regulatory risks. /li liDevelop and maintain contingency and continuity plans. /li liEnsure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements. /li liEscalate critical issues and lead mitigation actions. /li /ul h3Data, Tools Continuous Improvement /h3 ul liLeverage procurement systems and analytics for insights and decision‑making. /li liPromote digital tools and automation opportunities. /li liUse data to drive continuous improvement in supplier and sourcing performance. /li /ul h3Innovation /h3 ul liTranslate category needs into supplier innovation projects. /li liRepresent Procurement in innovation initiatives globally and regionally. /li liLead projects through commercialization, ensuring qualification and verification. /li liEnsure appropriate representation from Quality, RD, and Procurement throughout project phases. /li /ul h3Qualifications Experience /h3 ul liBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred. /li liMinimum 7 years of procurement/category management experience. /li liExpertise in sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation. /li liStrong analytical skills; proficiency in Excel and analytics tools. /li liFamiliarity with digital and AI Procurement tools. /li liStrong stakeholder influence and presentation skills. /li liProject management experience. /li /ul h3Leadership Behaviors Competencies /h3 ul liResults‑oriented, accountable, self‑driven and action‑orientated. /li liCollaborative relationship‑builder. /li liCreative mindset; Agile and adaptable in a fast‑moving environment. /li liHigh ethical standards and governance alignment. /li liCustomer‑focused with a mindset for innovation. /li /ul h3Travel Requirement /h3 pUp to 20% domestic and international travel may be required. /p h3Equal Opportunity Statement /h3 pJohnson Johnson is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates should be prepared to operate in a global, cross‑functional environment and uphold the company’s Credo and values. /p h3Required Skills /h3 ul liBusiness Data Analysis /li liBusiness Savvy /li liCategory Management Strategy /li liConsulting /li liCost Management /li liCross‑Functional Collaboration /li liFacilitation /li liMarket Savvy /li liNegotiation /li liOrganizing /li liRFx Management /li liRisk Management /li liSpend Analysis /li liStrategic Sourcing /li liSupplier Collaboration /li liTeam Management /li liTechnical Credibility /li liVendor Management /li liVendor Selection /li /ul h3Preferred Skills /h3 ul liBusiness Data Analysis /li liBusiness Savvy /li liCategory Management Strategy /li liConsulting /li liCost Management /li liCross‑Functional Collaboration /li liFacilitation /li liMarket Savvy /li liNegotiation /li liOrganizing /li liRFx Management /li liRisk Management /li liSpend Analysis /li liStrategic Sourcing /li liSupplier Collaboration /li liTeam Management /li liTechnical Credibility /li liVendor Management /li liVendor Selection /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr