Why Patients Need You

Creating value though procurement processes is keeping our products in production and our innovators innovating. Whether you are part of negotiating contracts, managing vendors or forecasting requirements, your role is critical to getting our medicines in the hands of the people who need them most, faster and more efficiently than ever before.

What You Will Achieve

The Category Execution Manager - Meetings, External Engagements, & Travel (MEET) role is responsible for managing the execution of global category strategies.

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional category value to Pfizer stakeholders through the execution of global categories strategies.

You will be responsible for implementation of new sourcing strategies that meet the needs of the internal customers and suppliers.

Working with a dynamic team of procurement experts, you will play an important role in negotiating contracts with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services and supplies. You will facilitate category management, purchase goods and services for ongoing operations and manage corporate services. You will manage the sourcing requirements for all phases of the sourcing process, including project identification and start up, data collection and analysis, option development and recommendation preparation, implementation and supplier management for assigned categories.

As a Manager, you will provide guidance to operational teams for managing projects. Your planning skills will help in preparing forecasts for resource requirements and providing areas of improvement for products, processes, or services. Through your comprehensive knowledge of principles, concepts and theories of the discipline, you will also work towards advancing new concepts and methodologies. You will be able to take a leadership role to facilitate agreements between different teams.

It is your hard work and dedication that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.

How You Will Achieve It

Category Strategy Execution

Provides guidance for the delivery of exceptional category value to Pfizer stakeholders through the execution of global category strategiesSupport category execution plans aligned to the organization's strategic objectives and drive cost savings, process improvements, and innovationLeads / Co-leads end-to-end management of high or medium complexity category initiatives (guidance for low-level initiatives)Engage with respective stakeholders and coordinate with category strategy team to act as the organization's execution armManage workflow management tools, intake requests segmentation and own end to end project trackingEnsure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements across all procurement activities

Sourcing Process Ownership

Manage the execution of entire sourcing process from identifying suppliers, implementation of new sourcing strategies, aligning with supplier and internal customer needsLead the development of RFXs, which may include Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs) or Request for Information (RFIs) and coordinate with stakeholders to clearly define scope, objectives, evaluation criteria, and ensure that the RFX meets all requirements and timelinesLead the activities associated with identifying potential suppliers, conducting market research and supplier assessments to evaluate supplier capabilities, reliability, and capacityManage the communication of internal stakeholders of the RFX to potential suppliers and respond to supplier inquiries, maintaining a professional and positive relationship with suppliers throughout the processLead / Co-lead the conversations with the suppliers to negotiate and finalize contracts, ensuring that all contractual terms and conditions are metManage the eSourcing capability with standard global templates that can be leveraged regionallyComprehensive knowledge of market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies related to standard sourcing, contracting & savings processes in the execution processProvides support for the regular business reviews to track performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure excellent value delivered to Pfizer in terms of cost savings, cost avoidance, cycle time to source spend

Contracting Process Ownership

Manage end-to-end contracting processes and procedures in line with industry best practicesManage the contract drafting / redlining processManage the guidance and training to business stakeholders on the contracting process, including contract review, negotiation, and executionEnsure all contracts are properly executed, stored, and maintained in a centralized contract management systemCollaborate with legal and procurement teams to manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminationsWork on the creation of a library of standard contract templates, clauses, and terms and conditions that can be easily adapted to meet specific business needs

Qualifications

Must-Have

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management, or a related disciplineGood understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, including category execution, strategic sourcing and supplier managementSkilled in managing complex, cross-functional projectsSkilled in business operations, client engagement and customer relationship managementUnderstanding of the industry and market trends is necessary to make informed decisions about sourcing strategies and supplier selectionDemonstrated ability to effectively manage procurement contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms and conditions, tracking and managing contract deliverables, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

Experience

Typical Years of Experience: 5+ years of experience in sourcing & procurement with a good experience in category execution (3+ yrs for MBA/MS)Demonstrated success in building partnerships and connections with business leaders to execute strategiesExperience in SLA managementDemonstrated capability to thrive in a complex environmentExperience in conducting low complexity, routine negotiationsDemonstrated problem-solving skillsDemonstrated consultative skills

Knowledge

Strong understanding of Category executionKnowledge of standard sourcing, contracting & savings processesAbility to drive coordination between legal and business stakeholders for contract completionKnowledge of procurement systems, processes and proceduresExperience in project management, including the ability to contribute to multiple cross-functional projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlinesStrong analytical skills and comfort with standard analytical methods and tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Access)Proficiency in PowerPoint, and other relevant softwareFamiliarity with sourcing and procurement tools and technologies is also desirableMust have excellent communication skills to effectively negotiate with suppliers and communicate with internal stakeholdersComfort with ambiguity & quickly adapt to the changing market conditionsEffective project management & communications skills to be able to write clear and concise reportsBusiness English required

Nice-to-Have

MBA or Master’s degree in strategy, management, or related field is a plusProcurement/Sourcing experience with similar Blue-chip organizationCertifications preferred: CPSM, CPM, PMP, MCIP

Note: CPSM: Certified Professional in Supply Management; CPM: Certified in Planning Management; PMP: Project Management Professional; MCIPS: Masters in Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply

Please apply by sending your CV and a motivational letter in English

Purpose 

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.  

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility  

We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

Disability Inclusion

Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

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