Global Category Strategy Manager - Diagnostics (Global Strategic Sourcing)
Company: Zoetis, Inc
Location: Union City
Posted on: March 11, 2023
Job Description:
The following base pay range reflects the anticipated base pay
for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in [
California] Base pay may vary based on location and other
factors.Base Pay Range: $126,000 - $193,000[This position is
eligible for short-term incentive compensation.] [The position is
also eligible for long-term incentive.]We offer a competitive and
comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental
coverage, and retirement savings benefits along with paid holidays,
vacation and disability insurance.Role DescriptionThe Global
Category Strategy Manager is a highly influential and impactful
role which requires a talented individual who is capable of leading
the global category management activities. This role reports to the
Global Diagnostics & BioDevices Category Platform Leader and will
lead procurement activities for Raw-Materials & Packaging for
Diagnostics & BioDevices sites to ensure uninterrupted supply of
quality materials and services in the most cost-effective manner.
In addition to the site procurement responsibilities this role will
contribute to:
- developing & executing strategic plans for the Diagnostic
platform
- managing NPI projects and the transition to on-market
managementThe incumbent will execute innovative procurement
solutions to continuously improve the value, quality and service
received by Zoetis within the assigned spend areas. The role will
be responsible for effective sourcing, supplier relationship
management, risk management, and internal improvement /demand
management practices.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:NPI (New Product
Introduction)
- Support global product introduction projects
- Interface with Development, Engineering, Sourcing, QA and
Finance supporting highest Quality and lowest cost supplier
solutions
- Develop departmental sourcing processes, while taking into
consideration cross-departmental needs
- Negotiate and execute purchasing contractsCost improvement
- Own and be accountable for site budget for direct materials,
defining and providing standard costs and Purchase Price Variance
delivery
- Work closely with other Category Managers within the platform
to provide input into category strategies and roll out central
agreements which have a beneficial impact on Site costs
(Raw-Materials & Packaging)
- Define and execute sustainable and continuous cost reduction
(CIP) projects for the Site, working closely with Site Management
and other Category Managers
- Prioritize and deliver improvements in Direct Materials cost
reduction
- Responsible for all aspects of Costs including continuity of
supply and riskSupply
- Acting as a senior point of escalation with the Global
Strategic Sourcing function for resolving multidiscipline supplier
related issues
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure that acute and chronic
supplier performance issues are addressed to avoid disruption to
manufacturing or supply
- Support resolution of major quality issues arising with a
supplier on the delivery of their goods, or related to unacceptable
findings resulting from a quality audit
- Drive the implementation of effective metrics for Supplier
measurement and management
- Ensure that new suppliers are qualified in compliance with
internal Change Control procedures and systems
- Observe and ensure the compliance to GSS policies and
procedures
- Assure purchasing activities comply with site and government
policies. Develop and sustain compliance standards that impact
GMP.
- Assure the appropriate level of interactions and communications
with key site stakeholders (Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain,
Quality, Engineering/Technology, Finance, etc.)
- Establish appropriate tools (scorecards, etc.) for
communication, monitoring progress of implementation and ongoing
compliance
- Updates and maintains pricing through management of Purchase
Information records (PIRs)
- Updates and maintains supplier information in corporate change
management system in accordance with regulatory standards
- Interpret, oversee and assure the implementation of corporate
global policies, site and business specific guidelines and
manufacturing SOPs within the site Procurement function
- Participate in supplier quality audits as required
- Work with internal key stakeholders (Engineering, Finance,
Business Development, Operations, etc.) to develop aligned
strategic supply plans while mitigating any risks
- Working relationship with Zoetis' supply base and external
enabling functions as required
- Limited Global travel is required (Education:
- Advanced qualification including MBA would be preferable,
minimum Bachelor of Science, in chemistry; chemical engineering;
pharmaceutical; or supply chain managementExperience:
- 10+ years Category Management experience preferable in a
strategic context
- Knowledge of supply chain processes and systems for sourcing
APIs, RSM, or raw materials
- SAP knowledge and experience
- Pharmaceutical, Diagnostics or related background
- Demonstrable track record of performance in managing complex,
cross-functional activities on a Global basis
- Technical or manufacturing background in the Pharmaceutical
Industry is preferred
- Proven stakeholder management at CEO level within the supply
baseTechnical Skills:
- Ability to work effectively in a complex and dynamic matrix
environment
- Ability to lead small team in projects
- Demonstrated analytical and problem resolution skills for
procurement issues
- Ability to independently evaluate, assess and initiate action;
recognition of positive and negative impacts of actions, decisions,
other market forces on business and people
- Root cause analysis to recommend solution and solve
problems
- Clearly convey information through a variety of media to
stakeholders
- Builds and sustains positive relationships
- Handles conflicts and negotiations effectively
- Collaborates and works well with others
- Proactively seeks others for feedback, interest; sharing
knowledge; inclusion and involvement
- Strong business acumen and proved ability to understand P&L
execution and total cost driversFull timeRegularColleagueAny
unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an
Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis
mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis
employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis
property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting
from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Zoetis will consider any
candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to
have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This
includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not
have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.Zoetis 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 or any other protected classification. Disabled
individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online
application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an
alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please
contact Zoetis Colleague Services at
zoetiscolleagueservices@zoetis.com to request an accommodation.
Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local
laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as
employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration
and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain
authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and
exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or
maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility,
considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers.
Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please
note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from
candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our
company website at www.Zoetis.com/careers site, or (2) via email
to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of "@zoetis.com". In
addition, Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment
related activities. Any solicitation or request for information
related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or
utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be
disregarded. In addition, Zoetis will never ask candidates to make
any type of personal financial investment related to gaining
employment with Zoetis.
Keywords: Zoetis, Inc, Union City , Global Category Strategy Manager - Diagnostics (Global Strategic Sourcing), Professions , Union City, California
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