Category Manager

Category Manager - Transport & Distribution (Commercial & Clinical Trials)

Location: Brussels, Belgium (Hybrid Role)

Engagement: Freelance

MSI Pharma is supporting a leading Belgian headquartered Biopharmaceutical company in their search for an experienced Category Manager to manage Transport & Distribution within Patient Supply. This role is critical to ensuring continuity of patient supply and driving best-in-class sourcing strategies across a global network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Transport & Distribution to ensure service quality, cost optimisation, and risk mitigation.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, and deliver value creation projects across functional units.
• Conduct commercial negotiations and establish Master Agreements with key suppliers.
• Provide market intelligence, benchmarking, and insights to influence category strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Quality, Regulatory, Finance, Legal, Sustainability) to align procurement objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships to achieve long-term value in quality, delivery, cost, and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and embed risk management strategies into contracts.

Requirements & Key Skills:

• Proven experience in Category Management within Transport & Distribution or related procurement functions.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to deliver category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Expertise in contract negotiation, supplier partnerships, and lifecycle management of agreements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and market intelligence for informed decision-making.
• Knowledge of global market trends, risk management, and sustainability practices.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to manage complex projects and adapt to changing market conditions.

Interested? Apply directly or email your CV to alexander.sysum@msipharma.com