ROLE SUMMARY

The Category Management Sr. Manager role is the strategic leader for Enterprise Information Technology / Digital solutions and services (ie: Managed Services, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud Hosting and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

They are responsible for delivering exceptional sourcing and contracting value to Pfizer stakeholders through timely development, oversight, and delivery of global category strategies aligned with business needs. Value is defined by the quality of goods and services based on cost and the ability to anticipate and deliver on future business needs (defining future strategy and being solution oriented in support of the business).

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Category Strategy Design & Management

Sets objectives for delivery of exceptional category value to Pfizer stakeholders through the timely development, oversight, and delivery of global category strategies aligned with business needs

Acts as representative for the category internally within S&ES and Pfizer and externally to supplier

Responsible for managing the execution of category strategies (via category execution team members)

Manages Sourcing needs for New Product Launch Planning

Oversees the direction of large complex sourcing projects

Stay abreast of market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies related to the categories managed, and incorporate new ideas and innovations into sourcing strategies

Coordinates Procurement Value Analysis on Existing Products and Services

Develops strategy for common category specific templates and tools (TCO / value chain models, term sheets, etc.)

Coordinates Demand Management: Forecast future needs to anticipate demand and define specifications and requirements

Manages supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives related to managed categories, and promote responsible sourcing practices across the organization

Drive visibility of unmanaged spend and strategy to increase managed spend

Own spend of over $750m for Enterprise Information Technology / Digital products and Services, such as Managed Services, IT Consulting Services, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud Hosting and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Supplier Relationship Management

Develops strategies for supplier relationship management to optimize supplier performance and drive cost savings.

Build and manage strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Manages and leads regular business reviews with suppliers to track performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure excellent source value delivered to Pfizer in terms of quality, delivery, cost, and service levels

Drive supplier innovation by collaborating with supplier to identify new products, technologies, and process that can deliver exceptional value to Pfizer

Develop and maintain supplier segmentation strategy to categorize suppliers based on their criticality to the business, risk level, and potential for innovation and growth

Business Partner Relationship Ownership

Manages key stakeholders across the organization, including senior level leaders, to develop and implement sourcing strategies that support business objectives and deliver value

Develop Global Category Strategies for each category with business partners, ensuring alignment to category mgmt. value levers

Develops strategy for business partners with relation to business needs for managed categories, ensuring alignment to global category strategy and maximizing category mgmt. value levers

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, rationalization, and optimization, and implement appropriate supplier management strategies

Manages the collaboration with internal stakeholders, including business leaders and cross-functional teams, to understand business requirements and develop sourcing strategies that align with company goals and objectives

Category Management

Will be responsible for managing approx. $750Mn in spend for categories under management

Manage various categories within Digital.

Manage relationships with Digital Leadership stakeholders and all members of their organizations.  

Manage high and medium level complexity Digital categories

QUALIFICATIONS

Indicate basic and preferred qualifications:

Basic Qualifications are job related, consistent with business requirements and necessary for the performance of an essential function of this role including: education/licenses/certifications, location, relevant experience, technical and/or other job-related skills. Basic qualifications determine minimum requirements that applicants must possess to be qualified for the role; anyone who does not meet basic qualifications for the role will not be interviewed or eligible for hire.

Preferred Qualifications are job-related qualifications that may be indicated in addition to basic qualifications; they are not absolutely required for performance of the job but are desired and further describe the education/skills/experience sought for the position. Preferred qualifications enhance a candidate’s ability to perform the job.  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline

6+ years of experience in sourcing & procurement with deep technology category management process expertise (5+ yrs for MBA/MS)

Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex, cross-functional projects

Strong business operations acumen and client engagement and customer relationship management skills

Experience managing and leading cross-functional teams

Breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact

Ability to engage with senior executives to influence decisions

Comfort with ambiguity & ability to identify innovative sourcing strategies

Strong business operations acumen

Strong financial acumen (ex. scenario planning and forecasting)

Effective project management & communications skills

Business English required

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.

Experience

Track record of success in building strong partnerships and connections with business leaders to shape strategies & translate ideas into outcomes that meet business needs

Experience managing and leading cross-functional teams

Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Comfort with ambiguity & ability to identify innovative sourcing strategies

Knowledge

Mastery of the sourcing and contracting processes

Ability to engage with senior executives to influence decisions

Strong understanding of strategy development

Strong understanding of external supply markets and key industry trends / issues

Excellent understanding of end-to-end procurement and sourcing processes

Strong financial acumen (ex. scenario planning and forecasting)

Global business strategy management skills

Project management & communications skills

Ability to develop strategy for continuous improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MBA or Master’s degree in strategy, management, or related field is a plus

Similar procurement/Sourcing experience with similar Blue-chip organization

Certifications preferred: CPSM, CPM, PMP, MCIPS

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $120,800.00 to $201,400.00.* In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.

* The annual base salary for this position in Tampa, FL ranges from $108,700.00 to $181,100.00.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sunshine Act

Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations.  These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure.  Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act.  Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government.  If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.

EEO & Employment Eligibility

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA.  Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.  This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.

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