Group Category Manager

Are you passionate about strategic sourcing and eager to make a real impact in a fast-growing, innovation-driven company? EuroAPI is driving a major transformation of its procurement function, and we’re seeking a Group Category Manager to play a key role in shaping this evolution. In this strategic position, you will lead critical indirect spend categories such as CAPEX, Energy, MRO, Transportation, and Scientific Services.With a spend portfolio exceeding €200M, this role offers the opportunity to drive change, build capabilities, and influence global decisions.Day-to-day on the jobStrategic LeadershipDefine and implement sourcing strategies for your categoriesCoordinate a network of site buyers to ensure consistent category performanceIdentify supplier innovations and assess their relevance within EuroAPIPromote pre-sourced solutions and enhance user experienceBuild strong partnerships with internal stakeholders at both global and local levelsLead supplier lifecycle and relationship management, including risk mitigation and performance monitoringNegotiate and optimize global MSAs to drive savings and valueOperational ExcellenceLead global RFx processes, negotiations, and contract developmentCollaborate with Legal, Compliance, Internal Control, and Finance teams to ensure successful outcomesDevelop demand plans aligned with business and category strategiesBuild and maintain a robust pipeline of projects and savings opportunitiesEducate internal clients on best-in-class procurement practices.Why Join Us Now?EuroAPI is building a best-in-class Procurement function to support our industrial, digital, and sustainability transformation. This role is a unique opportunity to leave your mark, collaborate with senior leadership, and drive strategic initiatives at a European scale.You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, performance, and empowerment and that sees procurement not just as a cost center, but as a true enabler of long-term value.Our RequirementsDegree in Engineering or Business10+ years of experience in procurement, with strong expertise in indirect spendProven track record in managing strategic suppliers and cross-functional teamsFluent in French and English (business level); additional languages are a plusWe are also open to high-potential profiles who may not meet all criteria but bring the right mindset, strong leadership capabilities, and motivation to grow with us.Key Skills & CompetenciesStrong understanding of finance, legal, and operational frameworksExcellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skillsStrategic thinker with a hands-on, results-driven mindsetComfortable navigating complex and evolving business environmentsHigh ethical standards and commitment to complianceWe are especially looking for individuals who :Have a data-driven mindset and strong business acumenAre curious, adaptable, and open to learning and adopting new technologiesCan inspire and influence in a multicultural and matrix environmentDemonstrate empathy, resilience, and outstanding stakeholder managementContribute actively to building a collaborative, high-performing procurement cultureOur companyEUROAPI is focused on reinventing active ingredient solutions to sustainably meet customers’ and patients’ needs around the world. We are a leading player in active pharmaceutical ingredients with approximately 200 products in our portfolio, offering a large span of technologies, while developing innovative molecules through our Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) activities.Taking action for health by enabling access to essential therapies inspires our 3,450 people every day. With strong research and development capabilities and six manufacturing sites all located in Europe (Saint-Aubin-lès-Elbeuf and Vertolaye in France, Brindisi in Italy, Frankfurt in Germany, Budapest in Hungary and Haverhill in the UK), EUROAPI ensures API manufacturing of the highest quality to supply customers in more than 80 countries.EUROAPI is listed on Euronext Paris.Culture & Values at EuroAPIWe bring our culture to life in the way we work every day. Our culture allows career development and talent management, we recognise that how we do things is as important as what we do, and our values define how we achieve our goals and help us to “do things right”.Our values and behaviours are based on the following pillars :We empower our people to have a greater positive impact.We create value by placing our customers at the centre of everything we do.We take responsibility for what we do, always acting in the best interests of the company.We value and respect all our stakeholders.EUROAPI is committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that contributes to improved innovation, performance and engagement.Nous valorisons la transparence, le respect mutuel et l'égalité de traitement des personnes. C'est pourquoi nous protégeons fermement nos employés contre toute forme de discrimination.We are convinced that the success of our company lies in its ability to adapt to the challenges of tomorrow. Our responsibility as a company is to ensure the sustainability and resilience of the pharmaceutical value chain. #J-18808-Ljbffr