ÎP APIs Global Category Manager

Site Name: India - Maharashtra - Worli Mumbai Posted Date: Jun 9 2022 Job Purpose The CEP API’s Global Category Manager is responsible for an annual spend £15 - £ 50 m in the coming years. The role holder will be accountable for identification and delivery of business benefits aligned to cost reduction, cash improvement, assurance of supply, quality, service (risk management) and innovation. This role is critical to underpin the success of CEP’s for GSK and requires strong forward looking strategic thinking. Specialized knowledge - This role requires relevant category sourcing experience and good knowledge of the relevant global supply markets. Proven ability to forge close business relationships with specialized supplier networks is required as well as good understanding of manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements. Complexity - The category manager will work in partnership with Site procurement and the Shared Service Procurement Hub to: i) represent through the procurement category strategy the needs of regional/local stakeholders ii) deal effectively with regional/local market dynamics iii) to drive execution of category strategies and deliver benefits. The role requires full compliance with GSK Procurement policies, procedures, processes, systems and methodologies. Key Responsibilities :- Strategy creation & execution: Lead the development, management and implementation of comprehensive strategies in alignment with GSK and Procurement to deliver agreed savings targets and other benefits that significantly impact GSK financial results. Develop supply strategies that also deliver key business requirements across assurance of supply, quality, regulatory, service and innovation. Drive the category agenda on relevant supply chain /franchise forums Continuous improvement of process & performance within the category and related supply base Be the global expert in the spend categories within scope of responsibility Benefit delivery: Co-create saving pipeline initiatives and deliver global and regional saving benefits identified in strategies, through effective strategy execution. Drive initiatives to improve GSK’s cash flow position such as (but not limited to) lead time improvements and inventory reduction as appropriate. Implement initiatives and programs to improve quality of bought-in goods and services Protect GSK revenue streams by managing supply security through robust risk management process. Ensure regulatory compliance. Ensure supplier manages effectively all identified enterprise risks, in particular GSK safety, health and environmental requirements. Responsible for major (2nd touch) supply base issue resolution e.g. recalls, sudden cessation of supply. Responsible for resolving major legal disputes e.g. compensation claim. Business partnering & stakeholder management in GSK: To strategically engage with and understand the business requirements of stakeholders and business partners and to position the Procurement value proposition, on local, regional and global levels. Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders; agree RACIs and business requirements. External supplier relationships: Build strategic relationships with key suppliers at a senior level and lead processes to ensure value is driven from these relationships. Ensure global and regional considerations are accounted for in supplier relationships. Leverage the Business Review Meeting process to drive the relationship. Negotiate, create, execute and manage effective global and regional contracts with suppliers (where required) that will allow GSK to maximize opportunity globally. Ensure regional considerations are taken into account in global supplier negotiations and contracts. Lead global and regional strategy and supply base reviews. Responsible for supply of a global category People leadership: Able to influence cross functional teams with joint accountability for delivering performance and business growth GSK Expectations: Team work Development Accountability Courage Live our values Knowledge/ Education / Previous Experience Required Educational Background :- University Degree Area of Specialization :- Major Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply chain or related subjects Major Degree in Business, Procurement, Supply chain or related subjects :- Role entails a high degree of interaction and influencing with senior leaders both within GSK and external supplier organizations. Research and analytical skills required to develop solutions to complex problems and analyze complex financial proposals Preferred Level of Education :- Master’s Degree Business Administration/Finance/Marketing Area of Specialization :- Business Administration/Finance/Marketing Why is this Level of Education Preferred The role requires the ability to develop sophisticated commercial procurement strategies that align with the business’s needs. A strong understanding of business and financial analysis will facilitate success. Ability to communicate with senior Finance managers is required. Job-Related Experience Significant years of experience in procurement Proven negotiations and contract management skills. English proficiency (written and oral) Leadership/communication skills Other Job-Related Skills/Background :- Demonstrated business acumen & knowledge of the CEP’s Stakeholder management at a senior level (site directors ) Good understanding of financial principles and reporting Demonstrated ability to drive change Ability to think strategic to build relationship (with stakeholders and suppliers) and to create sourcing plans Track record of delivery and proven ability to drive change Ability to influence without authority Able to deal with ambiguity and deal with a constantly evolving business context Proven ability to lead high level negotiations for long term and/or multi-countries high value contracts Good problem-solving skills to address issues/blockage, beware of risks, support implementation and robustly forecast spend and savings Other capabilities essential to perform the role: Full knowledge to successfully utilize Microsoft tools English proficiency Strong influencing and inter personal skills Proven ability of working across different cultures globally Managing fast, efficient and transparent information flows *LI-GSK Our goal is to be one of the world’s most innovative, best performing and trusted healthcare companies. 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