Category Manager - Transportation Inbound & Outbound

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OverviewAs Category Manager for Transportation, you will design and evolve Zentiva’s global sourcing strategy for freight, warehousing, and distribution in a regulated pharma environment. You’ll lead SRM, digital transformation, and value creation while aligning with ESG and sustainability goals. You’ll influence cross‑functional teams in a matrix, manage risk, and drive working capital and cash flow improvements. This role offers impact across global logistics and regulatory compliance while shaping innovative logistics models.

Responsabilità

Develop and execute a global sourcing strategy for transport and distribution aligned with ESG and regulatory requirementsLead supplier consolidation and modal shifts to enhance cost efficiency, service reliability, and environmental impactMonitor market dynamics (fuel indices, capacity, geopolitical risks) and translate insights into sourcing actionsDrive innovation in logistics models (control towers, digital freight platforms, AI route planning)Manage strategic relationships with global logistics providers and 3PLs with KPI governance (OTIF, temperature control, ESG)Oversee supplier segmentation, engagement, and robust risk management strategiesCollaborate with Procurement CoE, Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, Finance,



and Manufacturing; support product launches and clinical trial logisticsIdentify and deliver cost-saving initiatives; participate in budget and LRP; optimize working capital; improve cash flowEmbed ESG criteria in supplier selection and promote sustainable logistics; track sustainability KPIsChampion digital transformation and AI enablement across logistics sourcing; leverage digital toolsEnsure GDP compliance, customs regulations, and audit readiness; maintain sourcing documentation

Requisiti fondamentali

Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field8–12 years in procurement or category management with global strategy experienceStrong knowledge of logistics, distribution, and 3PL models; regulated industries experience is a plusProven negotiation track record with complex tendersHigh financial acumen with budget, savings, and P&L; experienceFluent in English; additional European languages advantageousStrong stakeholder-management and ability to influence senior stakeholderscross-functional collaborationinfluence without authoritystakeholder managementglobal sourcing strategySRM and KPI governance (OTIF, ESG)digital freight platforms and AI-enabled route planning

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