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Toronto, ON, CA

Category Manager, Marketing Services Procurement - Janssen, Inc. - Toronto, ON-000009P0

Description

Johnson & Johnson, through its operating companies, is the world's most comprehensive and broadly based manufacturer of health care products, as well as a provider of related services, for the consumer, pharmaceutical, and medical devices and diagnostics markets. We strive to provide scientifically sound, high quality products and services to help heal, cure disease and improve the quality of life.

The Opportunity

As the Category Manager, Marketing Services Procurement, you will be responsible for enabling growth for, with and through the business, managing category spend as it relates to Marketing Services within the Pharmaceutical Sector of Johnson & Johnson.

Based in Toronto, this role supports Janssen Inc. operating company.

This is a 12-month contract position to start.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Provide Procurement leadership to internal stakeholders to maximize value of investment in Advertising and Marketing programs.

Deliver value in cost reduction, cost avoidance, process efficiencies and innovation through focused continuous improvements.

Responsible for ensuring that identified value is implemented, realized and sustained.

Develop and implement total cost of ownership improvement strategies by leveraging Johnson & Johnson purchasing power.

Lead major/complex sourcing initiatives (RFP) supporting local stakeholder business.

Lead contract negotiations with external suppliers and internal stakeholders

Enable Supplier Innovation via well defined Supplier Management processes.

Lead Strategic Sourcing process. Ensure the established policies and practices (internal controls) are adhered to in the sourcing process.

Collaborate with WW Category Leads in the US and Europe to optimize scale.

Lead supplier management (SM) process throughout the life of the contract ensuring supplier compliance/performance meets or exceeds defined expectations.

Provide recommendations to stakeholders during the contract term to maximize value

Conduct market analytics, external market assessments.

Collaborate with Finance and Marketing teams to drive Finance Purchasing policy compliance.

Qualifications


Minimum 5 years experience in Indirect Procurement

University degree (science or business related; MBA or CPP an asset)

Credible content expertise related to Marketing Services:

Patient Assistance Programs

Creative & Digital Agencies

Marketing Materials & Media Buying & Planning

Market Research (Primary & Secondary)

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Programs

Pharmaceutical Procurement an asset

Ability to quickly build trust with internal business partners is a must.

Strong sense of personal ownership and accountability for driving results and solutions.

Strong business acumen and analytical skills

Exceptional leadership, networking and influencing skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Negotiation skills and experience dealing with 3rd party marketing service providers

Strong understanding of procurement process and best practices

Self starter with strong bias for action

Operational Experience an asset

Able to multi task and set priorities

Strong Client Focus, Relationship building and Change mindset.

Strategic Thinker, Performance driven.

Well developed process excellence and project management skills

BE VITAL in your career. Be seen for the talent you bring to your work. Explore opportunities within the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies.

Diversity and inclusion are central elements of the shared culture across the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. Attracting, developing and retaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities is essential to our success. We are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive and accessible work environment where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their potential.

Primary Location:North America-Canada-Ontario-Toronto
Organization: Johnson & Johnson Inc. (7695)
Travel:No
Job Function: Strategic Sourcing/Logistics