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Senior Category Lead

2 months ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Novo Nordisk AS Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Category Lead to join our International Operations Procurement team at Novo Nordisk A/S. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for securing efficient and robust category management for our commercial supply chain within logistics and distribution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead major negotiations and sourcing events with key wholesalers and distributors to drive margin focus and top-line impact.
  • Drive value beyond savings by providing supply chain procurement subject matter expertise and strategic advice to business stakeholders.
  • Act as a cross-functional strategic link between global/local and internal/external stakeholders in the commercial supply chain space.
  • Manage strategic partnerships and drive senior management meetings between executives and main partners.
  • Explore and implement alternative distribution methods, such as direct-to-pharmacy.
  • Identify external opportunities and innovation through partners, including sustainability projects, and leverage global negotiation tactics such as portfolio bundling and global representation.

Requirements

  • Hold a master's degree or equivalent in supply chain, procurement, business, engineering, or a relevant field.
  • Minimum 7 years of work experience within a related field and a holistic understanding of the full value chain.
  • Experience in a multinational company and pharmaceutical industry is highly valued.
  • Proven experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or similar obtained within an international organization or consulting company.
  • Strong knowledge of logistics and distribution, particularly in pharma or retail.
  • Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management to achieve followship across functions and geographies.
  • Be structured, independent, and able to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

About the Department

You will join our procurement team in International Operations – Strategic Operations, comprised of passionate people who strive for excellence and are driven to generate value. Our team continuously looks at how we can maximize patient and business outcomes through higher transparency and a better decision-making process. We do this cross-functionally with the support of different areas of the business. Our department is fast-paced and dynamic, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth.