About the job

As Regional Category manager Construction and Engineering Services (all genders) within our European Construction & Engineering Services procurement team, you’ll help Sanofi to build up a diverse and health supply chain in capex category for European region. In the booming construction industry, the role Project Regional Category Manager has never been more crucial. As building projects increase in size and complexity, the need for seasoned professionals who can source, manage, and coordinate resources grows ever more vital.

About Sanofi:

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world.

Main responsibilities:

Management:

• Category management:

  • In line with the Global Category Strategy, deliver end to end Regional strategy for Construction & Engineering Services following the Global Category Management process: internal, external analysis to create strategic direction for each category & sub-category

  • Maintain knowledge of supply chain best practices and industry benchmarks

  • Build up robust regional stakeholder map & community of practise to leverage project lesson learn, opportunities and implement regional strategic direction in close collaboration with Global Engineering/Manufacturing & Supply: Develop and implement Regional and project procurement strategies understanding regional footprint and specificities.

  • Develop strategic Supplier Relationships programs: Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality, timely delivery, and contract compliance.

• Portfolio management:

  • Build pipeline & forecast of CAPEX activities in your region.

  • Anticipate and consolidate all business needs to develop action plans and facilitate implementation of procurement strategy.

  • Ensure an efficient procurement organization to deliver the portfolio of project

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• People:

  • Lead and develop a team of 5 Category buyers

  • Performance reporting: Track and report functional metrics, prepare and manage the procurement savings.

Delivery on critical projects:

• Supplier Negotiations: Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.

• Act as a change agent, bring outside innovation and leverage global footprint.

• Lead multi location projects/support RFQ, execute negotiations as needed for construction & engineering services categories in project, and deliver world class total savings objectives.

• Issue Resolution: Manage and resolve any issues with suppliers.

• Ensure procurement technical excellence (Total cost ownership, Supplier Relationship Management, Business Partnering, Market Intel, Risk Management, Innovation, Corporate social responsibility, Environmental Social and Governance, compliance, quality…)

Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance regulations

About you

• Experience: Professional capex procurement experience in pharma industry

• Soft and technical skills: Good knowledges of CAPEX, Construction & Equipment Supplier market of  Pharmaceutical; Preferred demonstrated knowledge of procurement systems, processes and procedures; Analytical and negotiation skills and techniques; Strong Project Management skill and knowledge; Good leadership, communication and interpersonal skill; Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business or another relevant field.

• Languages: Excellent command of both written and spoken German and English required  

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Benefit from a well-thought-out benefits package that rewards your contribution and commitment.

• We take care of you and your family with a wide range of health and social such as high-quality healthcare, numerous prevention programs and coverage for long-term illness. Our 14-week paid family leave for both parents is outstanding as well as a wide range of childcare benefits.