Strategic Category Lead

4 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark ALK-Abelló AS Full time
About Us

ALK-Abelló A/S is a global pharmaceutical company specializing in allergy immunotherapy. We are driven by a high level of professionalism, integrity, an open-minded approach, and contributing to an inspiring and fun working environment together with our colleagues.

We provide an attractive working environment for individuals looking for both personal and professional development. Our offices in Denmark offer a green view of the DTU Science Park in Hørsholm, and we believe that physical presence enforces strong teamwork and collaboration and creates success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Professional Services category globally, developing and implementing category strategies that drive business growth and profitability.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved terms and conditions.
  • Ensure effective contract management, including negotiation, execution, and renewal/termination.
  • Drive process improvements and cost savings initiatives.

Your Profile

To succeed in this role, you will need to have a strong background in procurement, with a focus on category management. You should be able to demonstrate your expertise in developing and executing category strategies, as well as your ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, where everyone feels valued and supported. If you are passionate about procurement and want to make a meaningful contribution to our organization, please submit your application.



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