Job Information
Boehringer Ingelheim Junior Category Manager Business Process Outsourcing in Ingelheim, Germany
The Position
Operating on a global level. Collaborating across functions. Engaging in strategic decision-making to secure sustainable and competitive supply and service quality. In your role as the Junior Category Manager at Boehringer Ingelheim, you will be involved in an exciting mission.
Eager to make a difference? This is the moment you've been waiting for: become part of our team!
Tasks & responsibilities
In your new role, you co-drive and extend the Sourcing Strategy for Business Process Outsourcing in close alignment with the leading Global Category Manager.
You prepare for future sourcing challenges in the category of Business Process Outsourcing and related Medical Services by staying updated on industry trends and market dynamics while collaborating closely with other (Senior) Category Managers to identify, evaluate, and classify sourcing risks, and develop risk mitigation measures.
Moreover, you will identify and assess potential and existing suppliers, maintain strong relationships with them and establish global Frame Agreements.
Accelerating your cross-category expertise and personal development, you will be closely collaborating with the Category Manager for Business Process Outsourcing and Medical Services to take over responsibility for important strategy implementation and maintenance activities like tender execution.
Additionally, you act as a point of contact within the Sourcing team to ensure alignment on issue resolutions, common goals, strategies, and manage demands for a smooth transfer of relevant information both internally and externally.
Lastly, you will introduce innovation from the external marketplace by utilizing the concept of Strategic Supplier Relationship Management and by participating in cross-functional teams that implement innovative ways of working to bring us to the next level on various dimensions (e. g. speed, cost, new technologies, optimization of buying channels, etc.)
Requirements
Master's degree or Diploma in business administration and/or life sciences
Few years of experience in Sourcing paired with first experience in Category Management in an international environment is a benefit
Understanding of demand management, market and supplier analysis, compliance management incl. due diligence, risk management, innovation, supplier management, contract management, negotiation techniques and other established sourcing methodologies
An open-minded, motivated, persuasive, and perseverant personality with outstanding internal and external relationship management skills and willingness to take on responsibility
Team player with intercultural awareness and strong communication skills in English, knowledge of the German language is a plus
Ready to contact us?
If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team,
Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or per mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com
Recruitment process:
Step 1: Online application - application deadline is July 15th, 2024
Step 2: Virtual meeting until mid of July
Step 3: On-site interviews on July 24th, 2024
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.