Ph3Experteer Overview /h3pAs Manager External Manufacturing Category, you lead end-to-end procurement for external manufacturing, driving cost efficiency, quality, and sustainability to enable business growth. You partner with Supply Chain, Quality, RD, Legal, and Finance to shape sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships. You will execute category plans aligned with short- to long-term business needs and leverage market insights to mitigate risks and identify value opportunities. You play a key role in enabling product launches and ongoing operations through cross-functional collaboration and supplier innovation. /ph3Retribuzione / Benefits /h3ulliDevelop and execute category sourcing strategies aligned with business needs /liliLead medium-complexity procurement projects within supply chain strategy /liliBuild and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance and continuous improvement /liliNegotiate commercial agreements balancing value and risk /liliCoordinate with Legal on contract lifecycle activities (renewals, amendments) /liliCollaborate with cross-functional teams to enable launches and readiness /liliDrive cost reductions, quality improvements, and process efficiencies /liliUse procurement systems and analytics to support decision-making and continuous improvement /liliSupport sustainable procurement and supplier diversity initiatives /liliManage procurement performance indicators (CIP, Cash, Cost Avoidance, Inflation) /li /ulh3Responsabilità /h3ulliMinimum 6 years of relevant experience in procurement or related roles /liliStrong analytical skills for data-driven sourcing strategy /liliProven negotiation and relationship management capabilities /liliDemonstrated project management and cross-functional leadership experience /liliAbility to make timely decisions and manage complex projects /liliPlanning and organizational skills /liliStrong presentation and communication abilities /liliFamiliarity with digital and AI tools /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr