Packaging Category Manager

3 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Lundbeck AS, H Full time

Corporate Procurement Overview

Lundbeck A/S, H is a global matrix organization with 3 Procurement hubs located in Copenhagen, Krakow, and Chicago. Our global and regional Category Managers are based across these hubs, ensuring optimal procurement advisory and support to our +50 affiliates globally.

We drive category management across our full value chain, from early research through commercialization of our products. Our Manufacturing & Supply cluster consists of 12 dedicated individuals organized in 5 category teams, including the Packaging team.

In this role, you will report to the Director, Manufacturing & Supply and be located in Valby, Denmark.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As Senior Category Manager for Packaging, you will take global ownership of managing a mature category, critical suppliers, and contracts. You will work closely with an Associate Category Manager to partner with colleagues across our production.

  • You will develop and implement new comprehensive category strategies that align with business goals, drive cost reductions, mitigate risks, and optimize supplier performance.
  • You will act as a trusted business partner to the organization, understanding their specific needs, objectives, and challenges.
  • You will lead strategic sourcing projects from need identification through contract execution.
  • You will develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and establish, negotiate, and manage critical, long-term contracts and contract escalations.

Your Qualifications and Skills

To succeed in this role, you should have:

  • A Master's degree in Business Administration or similar.
  • Extensive experience in procurement, category management, contracting, and sourcing suppliers.
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical packaging category is preferable.
  • Extensive experience with managing product critical suppliers.
  • Proficiency in English both verbally and in writing.


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