Procurement

Application deadline: 23-Oct-2025 
Location: Ballerup 2750, , Denmark 
Contract type: Permanent 
Job ID: 3834 

(Senior) Category Manager – Logistics & Distribution

Strategic Procurement Leadership in a Purpose-Driven Pharmaceutical Company

At LEO Pharma, we are driven by a clear and meaningful purpose: to help people achieve healthy skin and improve lives. As a global leader in medical dermatology, we are committed to going beyond the skin creating long-term value for patients, healthcare professionals, and society. Our Procurement organisation plays a pivotal role in enabling this mission by delivering strategic value across the entire value chain from early-stage research and development to global commercialisation and distribution.

We are now looking for a highly experienced and strategically minded (Senior) Category Manager for Logistics and Distribution to join our Global Procurement team.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a critical category and shape the future of LEO Pharma’s global logistics setup in close collaboration with senior stakeholders across the business.

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing the global category strategy for logistics and distribution services, including freight, warehousing, and commercial distribution flows. You will ensure that LEO Pharma has a robust, scalable, and cost-effective logistics infrastructure that supports our global operations and aligns with our broader transformation agenda including supply chain resilience, sustainability, and operational excellence.

You will act as a strategic business partner to key functions such as Supply Chain, Quality, Commercial, and Finance, and lead cross-functional initiatives that drive long-term value creation. Your ability to connect category strategy with enterprise-wide business needs will be essential in delivering impactful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Category Ownership: Define and continuously evolve the global logistics and distribution category strategy, including partner landscape, footprint alignment, and governance frameworks.
• Sourcing and Contract Management: Lead strategic sourcing activities and negotiate high-value contracts for freight, warehousing, and distribution services, and ensuring commercial competitiveness, compliance, and scalability.
• Operational Optimization: Identify and drive global optimization initiatives by analyzing cost drivers, service inefficiencies, and risk exposures across distribution flows.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as Procurement Lead on strategic projects such as warehouse transitions, supply chain transformations, and network redesigns.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across functions and geographies, ensuring alignment, transparency, and enterprise-wide value realisation.
• Sustainability and Risk Management: Integrate sustainability principles and risk mitigation strategies into category planning and supplier management.

Your Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate with a strong strategic mindset, deep category expertise, and the ability to operate effectively in a global and matrixed organization.

You bring:

• Extensive experience in procurement, supply chain management, or logistics operations, ideally within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation within logistics and distribution categories.
• Strong analytical capabilities and a structured approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to translate business needs into actionable category strategies and drive execution across functions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior levels.
• A global mindset and comfort working across cultures, regions, and time zones.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus.
• A relevant academic background in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or similar.

Team and Culture

You will be part of LEO Pharma’s Global Procurement team, a diverse and high-performing group of professionals committed to driving procurement excellence and supporting the company’s strategic ambitions. We operate with trust, respect, and a collaborative mindset working across functions and geographies to deliver results and improve lives.

At LEO Pharma we believe in empowering individuals to make a difference. Our flat organizational structure and inclusive culture provide the freedom to grow, contribute, and shape your own journey. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that different perspectives and backgrounds strengthen our decision-making and impact.

Join LEO Pharma

LEO Pharma is more than a workplace it’s a community of passionate individuals united by a shared purpose. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. By joining us, you will be part of a company that:

• Is a global leader in medical dermatology with a strong pipeline and ambitious growth agenda.
• Offers a dynamic and purpose-driven work environment where your contributions make a visible impact.
• Invests in professional development and offers versatile career paths across functions and geographies.
• Values integrity, transparency, and collaboration in everything we do.
• Is committed to leaving a positive legacy for patients, colleagues, and the planet.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on a strategic role in a global pharmaceutical company with a clear purpose, we encourage you to apply.

For further information, please contact, Director of Indirect Procurement, Jesper Pedersen at PJDDK@leo-pharma.com.
You do not need to submit a cover letter, but feel free to include a few lines in your CV explaining why this role interests you.

We review applications on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible.

Beyond the skin

Join LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact.  Our innovative approach sets us apart. We are dedicated to leaving a legacy that positively impacts patients, colleagues, and our planet. 
 
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.
 
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