Global Category Buyer External Manufacturing Small Molecules

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Sanofi

Hyderabad Full-Time 1–2 years

Posted 2 days ago • Apply by June 11, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Global Category Buyer External Manufacturing Small Molecules

Location: Hyderabad

About The Job

As our Global Category Buyer External Manufacturing, you'll be at the forefront of our external manufacturing procurement, driving value and efficiency while building strong relationships with our Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs). You'll be responsible for:

Main Responsibilities

As our Global Category Buyer External Manufacturing Small Molecules, you will be at the forefront of our external manufacturing procurement, driving value and efficiency while building strong relationships with our Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs). You'll be responsible for:

Lead sourcing of goods and services within External manufacturing & Supply activities
Execute and implement contracts/agreements in the perimeter with The CDMO’s (CDMO: Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations)
Develop, implement, and optimize sourcing strategies in support of Internal stakeholder, based on supplier, technology and market intelligence respecting global category management guidance
Conduct supplier and technology market analysis with specific benchmarking reviews as required
Contribute to the Sanofi Procurement sourcing team and Business Partners (lead specifiers) to build innovative category and/or sub-category strategies that have measurable benefit for Sanofi
Anticipate and consolidate all business needs to develop action plans, execute negotiations and facilitate implementation specific to category and/or sub-category
Ensure good execution of any category sourcing plan in line with global strategy and regional/country needs
Deliver world class total savings objectives
Ensure procurement technical excellence (TCO, SRM, Market Intel, Risk Management, Innovation, CSR, HSE, compliance, quality) at his/her perimeter
As per mandate of management, manage Business Reviews with identified key suppliers

About You

Experience: Procurement experience within Pharmaceutical Industry
Negotiation Prowess: Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to secure favorable terms and agreements
Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors
Financial Acumen: A solid understanding of financial practices and the ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Technical skills: Preferred demonstrated knowledge of procurement systems, processes and procedures and legal aspects including service level agreements, KPIs’ 
Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilizing data analysis tools to extract, analyze, and interpret data to support strategic decision-making and reporting
Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree
Language Skills: Fluency in English is essential.

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