Global Category Manager Clinical

The Global Category Manager, Clinical R&D, is responsible for managing Clinical functional services Categories including Data Management, Statistical Programming, Trial Monitoring, Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance & Medical Writing. In this role, you will plan and lead all strategic Procurement activities within the assigned categories at a global level. Your main objective will be to develop sourcing strategies for clinical study delivery supporting Novartis" development pipeline. You will establish strategic category plans tailored to assigned categories/sub-categories, lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting activities to leverage buying power, and provide high value procurement solutions to the business and category strategies. You will support the design and implementation of executive governance around preferred suppliers to ensure performance delivery, continuous improvement, and access to innovation. As a Global Procurement Category Manager, you will be accountable for a proportion of the overall Clinical category savings target and lead proactive category projects to support the delivery of global procurement targets. Additionally, you will provide financial and business analysis, support global market intelligence, and act as the focal point for category subject matter expertise to the global business and procurement community. Essential Requirements: - Successful project execution within budget and quality standards - Optimized Total Cost of Ownership and cost productivity/savings - Measurable execution on efficiency programs - Continuous process improvement and compliance assurance - Understanding of Procurement KPIs related to market insights, price, and demand development Qualifications: - Masters Degree/other advanced degree in Lifesciences or Pharmaceutical sciences & MBA degree is preferred - Minimum of 12 years of core experience in strategic negotiations, alliances, and operations in R&D at a pharmaceutical company or contract research organization - Knowledge of Global R&D Clinical CRO market Join Novartis in our mission to reimagine medicine and improve people's lives. Be part of a diverse and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued. If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please reach out to us. Learn more about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. Join our Novartis Network to stay connected and explore future career opportunities.,