This is a unique opportunity to shape [xxxxx]’s global Medical Communication, Market Research and Market Access categories from a strategic procurement perspective. You will drive category strategies at the intersection of business needs, stakeholder experience and value creation, setting the direction for how we partner with key suppliers across these critical areas. The role plays a key part in Corporate Procurement’s contribution to a strategic cost optimisation programme, delivering tangible impact at scale.Your new roleAs Senior Category Strategy Manager, you will have end‑to‑end ownership of global categories within Medical Communication, Market Research and Market Access. You will define and drive category strategies, build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and ensure execution that delivers measurable business value.Your key responsibilities will include:
Leading the development and continuous maturity of category strategies, translating business priorities into clear roadmaps, initiatives and measurable outcomesBuilding and driving strategic Supplier Relationship Management with key partners to improve service quality, innovation and cost efficiencyActing as a trusted procurement business partner to senior stakeholders, shaping decisions through insights, storytelling and clear commercial recommendationsDriving execution of category strategies in close collaboration with local stakeholders, sourcing managers and GBS colleagues, ensuring speed, adoption and tangible resultsScanning external markets for best practices and emerging opportunities, acting as a subject matter expert and coach to strengthen category capabilities across Global ProcurementYour new departmentYou will join Corporate Procurement in Bagsværd, Denmark, and report to the Senior Director and Head of International Operations & Commercial Procurement. Corporate Procurement manages [xxxxx]’s global indirect spend of approximately DKK 130 billion and consists of around 150 employees in Denmark and more than 500 colleagues globally.The IO & Commercial team is made up of highly motivated and ambitious professionals working in a fast‑paced, open and informal environment. We value transparency, collaboration and an enterprise mindset, and we strive to make working here more than just a job.Your skills and qualificationsWe are looking for an ambitious and impact‑driven professional who thrives in complexity and enjoys making things happen. You combine strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities and build trust quickly across diverse stakeholder groups.To succeed in this role, you have:A master’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field5–7 years of experience within Category Management, Strategic Procurement or closely related business areasExperience within Medical Communication, Market Research and/or Market Access, with a proven ability to develop and execute impactful category strategies that influence senior stakeholdersStrong understanding of market trends, competitive dynamics and commercial models within complex service categoriesA demonstrated track record of building long‑term partnerships and influencing decision‑making in a global, matrix environmentYou are ambitious and impact-driven, with the curiosity to spot opportunities and structure to turn them into results. You build trust quickly, navigate complexity with confidence, and enjoy working at pace with many stakeholders. You communicate with impact, adapt your style through storytelling and influencing, negotiate effectively, and are confident working with data to generate insights and steer performance. You are fluent in written and spoken English.Working at [xxxxx]Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.What we offerThere is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.Salary: For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from DKK 742.000 to DKK 1,091.600, corresponding to the level of the position.
The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short‑term and/or long‑term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks. Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.ContactFor further information about the position, please contact Rune Vejtorp‑Birch, Senior Director, International Operations and Commercial Services, at [xxxxx]
Please note that Rune will only be able to answer questions about the role.Deadline22. May 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At [xxxxx], we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.
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Denne ledige stilling har jobtypen "Produktchef", og befinder sig i kategorien "Ledelse og personale".
Arbejdsstedet er beliggende i Bagsværd.
Jobbet er oprettet på vores service den 24.2.2026, men kan have været deaktiveret og genaktiveret igen.
