Senior Category Manager

Location: Ballerup 2750, Denmark, Denmark 
Contract type: Permanent 
Job ID: 4383 

Would you like to play a key role in shaping category strategies, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and driving a broad range of procurement activities? Join LEO Pharma as a Senior Category Manager in Indirect Procurement and become part of a proactive and trusted Global Procurement team, committed to delivering competitive costs and innovation. In this role, you will help ensure a reliable supplier base for products and services, support our net-zero emissions commitment, and contribute to simple, smart procurement solutions. Together, we drive efficiency, mitigate risk, and enable sustainable growth as we continue our exciting transformation toward the future! 

You will join Indirect Procurement. Where you will be accountable for the Procurement area within the respective category/categories. Empowered to pursue procurement opportunities to improve total cost proactively. 

As part of our team, you will work closely with 9 talented professionals who are dedicated to making a difference. Our collaborative and supportive environment encourages innovation, growth, and personal development.  

You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues and contribute to the success of our organisation. At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of teamwork.

 
Your Role 
The Senior Category Manager is a hands‑on, execution‑driven senior individual contributor, able to navigate complex situations, influence without authority, and deliver measurable business impact. The role is responsible for defining, driving, and executing global category strategies; analyzing spend and supplier data to support strategic decision‑making; staying current on relevant supply markets; and developing and implementing approved strategies that create sustainable value for the company.

In details, the Senior Category Manager is expected to handle:

Category Strategy & Value Creation

• Define and execute global category strategies aligned with business priorities
• Manage assigned categories, including supplier segmentation, governance, and performance
• Use spend and supplier data to identify optimization and value-creation opportunities
• Drive initiatives that improve category and supplier performance

Sourcing, Contracting & Negotiation

• Lead tenders and RFx processes end-to-end
• Negotiate commercial terms and ensure compliant contract coverage with Legal
• Own key commercial aspects of supplier relationships, including pricing, payment terms, and TCO

Supplier Strategy & Market Intelligence

• Maintain market intelligence on supply dynamics, cost drivers, risks, and business needs
• Map suppliers and support supplier strategy with Category Councils
• Lead SRM activities with strategic suppliers, including governance and performance management

Stakeholder Management & Governance

• Lead stakeholder and supplier review meetings with clear follow-up actions
• Act as a trusted advisor across key business functions
• Lead complex sourcing projects with cross-functional stakeholders
• Ensure transparency, compliance, and audit readiness

Accountability & Ways of Working

• Act in line with LEO strategy, with ownership and professionalism
• Contribute as a role model for strong category management and execution excellence

Your Qualifications

We imagine that you have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in Procurement and Category Management, including Category Manager experience within Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or Life Sciences, as well as solid exposure to Indirect Procurement
• Proven track record of operating effectively in a global matrix organization, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage suppliers that impact commercial performance and growth
• Demonstrated success in leading complex procurement and sourcing initiatives, including the negotiation and execution of large, business-critical contracts
• Strong understanding of supplier contracting frameworks, terms and conditions, commercial models, and the design and implementation of procurement solutions across cross-functional teams
• Excellent capabilities in negotiation, contract management, stakeholder engagement, supplier relationship management, and category management, including spend analysis, strategy development, sourcing execution, and value delivery

Professional competences (preferred):

• Experience in managing Contract Sales Organizations (CSOs) and/or working with Contract Research Organizations (CROs), delivering Non‑Interventional Studies (NIS)
• Exposure to commercial excellence, or go‑to‑market transformation initiatives
• Good understanding of the commercial, marketing and medical affairs activities in the Pharmaceutical industry

Join us! Start Your Journey with LEO Pharma

We will be processing applications on a continuous basis, so apply via the online portal as soon as possible.

We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you better.
 
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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