Category Manager

7 days ago

Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Lundbeck Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Category Manager to join our R&D Procurement team at Lundbeck. As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in driving category strategy development, planning, and execution in close collaboration with the category team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute category strategies that meet business objectives and drive value for Lundbeck.
  • Manage sourcing projects and processes, including running RFPs, Bid Defense Meetings, and negotiations of Work Orders, Change Orders, and contracts.
  • Participate in lifecycle management of the contract portfolio and strategic vendor relations, ensuring commercial and legal governance and value generation.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure project and strategy alignment.
  • Ensure clinical study quality, timelines, compliance, intellectual property, liability, and regulatory requirements are met across the contract portfolio.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in project management, preferably in clinical development or a related field.
  • Profound understanding of clinical studies, with experience in pharmaceutical development, procurement, or a related role.
  • Business partnering skills, ability to influence, and an empathetic mindset.
  • Interest in building or further developing outsourcing skills, including project management, negotiations, legal understanding, data analysis, and category management.
  • Master's degree from a university or business school relevant to the position.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a structured approach.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with a high drive.
  • Keen interest in outsourcing and continuous development of skill-set.
  • English fluency, verbal and written.

About Lundbeck

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability, and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further in addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.

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