Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

About Us

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Global Category Manager – Marketing & Commercial to develop and implement sub-category strategies within assigned areas of spend. This role serves as a strategic partner to business stakeholders, helping identify opportunities and drive value across key categories.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement multiple sub-category strategies

• Partner with internal stakeholders as a trusted procurement advisor

• Ensure delivery of tactical and operational procurement objectives

• Monitor category performance and report progress to the Category Leader

• Identify and resolve operational challenges in a timely manner

• Manage category spend and track financial performance/benefits

• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment

• Lead supplier engagement, including negotiations and process improvements

Functions & Core Activities

Strategy Execution

• Drive category management discipline across assigned areas

• Develop and execute initiatives such as savings programs, RFPs, supplier rationalization, and contract renegotiations

Performance Management

• Track, analyze, and report on category performance metrics

Operational Excellence

• Quickly identify and resolve business and supplier-related issues

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Supplier Management

• Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations

Financial Oversight

• Monitor and influence category spend to achieve cost optimization

Team Development

• Support training and development initiatives within the team

Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role, candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred)

• 5+ years of experience in category management, procurement, or marketing-related sourcing

• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools

• Strong communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

At Grifols, we recognize that our employees are one of our greatest assets. We are committed to creating an environment that supports professional development and career growth.

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Flexibility for U Program: Hybrid Model

Contract of Employment: Permanent

Location: RTP

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Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : EE.UU. : NC-RTP:USNC0001 - RTP NC-Headquarters

Learn more about Grifols (https://www.grifols.com/en/what-we-do)

Req ID: 541891

Type: Indefinido tiempo completo

Job Category: PROCUREMENT