Senior Procurement Manager External Manufacturing

Senior Procurement Manager External Manufacturing: CDMO Procurement/Drug Product/Strategic Sourcing/Contract Negotiations/GMP/FDA/EMA/stakeholder management/SAP Ariba/English

Project: For our client based in Basel, we are looking for a Senior Procurement Manager in External Manufacturing

Background:
As a Senior Procurement Manager in External Manufacturing (CDMO Procurement), you will bring analytical thinking, planning, execution, and focus to the procurement sourcing and delivery capability area. Using your specialized knowledge, very good communication skills, and in-depth expertise in a specific category or spend areas and procurement overall, you will proactively identify and drive strategies and approaches for managing and sourcing third party spend requirements. You can also play the role of Category strategy owner in charge of driving, coordinating and signing the category strategy. Reporting directly to the Global Head of EMS, you will act as the "Process Hub" for our global 17+ member team. Your mission is to ensure operational excellence by driving adherence to our global standards, maintaining total portfolio transparency, and serving as the key interface with critical stakeholder functions. This role offers an unparalleled 360-degree view of Roche's external manufacturing business, providing a unique vantage point for a professional looking to master the complexities of global pharma outsourcing.

The Perfect Candidate: We are looking for a highly experienced procurement professional with deep expertise in CDMO sourcing for Drug Product and Finished Goods Manufacturing, combined with a strong understanding of GMP and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in strategic sourcing, complex negotiations, and managing global supplier relationships within the pharmaceutical industry. They excel in stakeholder engagement, communicate effectively across functions, and translate strategy into practical, value-driven outcomes.

Tasks & Responsibilities:
* You are a Category and sourcing subject matter expert in External Manufacturing of pharmaceutical products. conducting market and internal analysis to develop strategies, best practices, and guidance on tactical plans for how Roche should source and negotiate for third party goods and services in order to satisfy stakeholder requirements and maximize the value for Roche.
* You have an expert understanding of the CDMO market for Drug Product and Finished Goods Manufacturing.
* You have a good understanding about the GMP and regulatory requirements and their impact on CDMO Procurement Strategies.
* You are a Procurement delivery practitioner delivering and executing sourcing strategies and major initiatives by leveraging spend, category know-how, robust sourcing, negotiation, contracting, supplier management methodologies and project management skills, and/or supporting team members by coaching them and enhancing their skills and knowledge.
* You develop content and automation, translating sourcing strategy into content and automated buying channels guidelines, best practices and communication materials that improve business adoption, satisfaction, and overall efficiency.
* You have very good communication skills, especially in English and you are an expert in pro-active stakeholder management, being used to work in a remote environment.

Must Haves:
* Deep expertise in CDMO sourcing for Drug Product and Finished Goods Manufacturing, with strong understanding of global market dynamics and cost drivers
* Proven experience in strategic sourcing and complex contract negotiations, including long-term CDMO agreements and capacity models
* Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements (eg, FDA, EMA) and their impact on supplier selection and contracting
* Demonstrated ability to develop and execute category strategies aligned with business needs, supply security, and value delivery
* Experience in cross-functional stakeholder management, effectively collaborating with Quality, Regulatory, and Technical Operations in a global environment
* Solid track record in supplier relationship and performance management, driving continuous improvement and risk mitigation
* Proficiency in procurement tools (eg, SAP Ariba) and data-driven decision making, including translating strategies into automation and buying channel guidance
* Excellent communication and influencing skills in English, with the ability to simplify complex topics and support team capability building

Nice to Haves:
* Previous Roche experience would be a big plus

Reference Nr: 924899
Rolle: Senior Procurement Manager External Manufacturing Services
Industry: Pharma
Location: Basel
Pensum: 60 - 100%
Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Deadline: 28/04/2026

If this position has piqued your interest, please send us your complete resume.

About us:
ITech Consult is an ISO 9001:2015-certified Swiss company with offices in Germany and Ireland. ITech Consult specializes in placing highly qualified candidates for temporary staffing in the fields of IT, life sciences, and engineering. We offer temporary staffing and payroll services. This is free of charge for our candidates, and we do not charge any additional fees for payroll services.