Procurement Senior Manager

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.

Job Description

​​​The Senior Manager will lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for global marketing-related spend, including creative agencies of record, media planning and buying, omnichannel, website development and support. This role is accountable for cost optimization, driving supplier innovation, and mitigating risk while partnering closely with Marketing stakeholders to enable business growth and brand objectives. Reporting to the Senior Director, responsible for Global Commercial Procurement, the Sr Manager will serve as a trusted advisor and objective advocate for the procurement organization, fostering strong partnerships with Commercial leaders across Jazz. 

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​The role will require travel to Jazz US and global offices as required, supplier sites and other meetings locations as necessary.​​ 

Essential Functions: 

​​The following responsibilities will be in-scope:  

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​Category Management:  

• ​Accountable for developing, executing, and improving comprehensive category strategies for marketing spend aligned with business objectives. 

• ​Analyze market trends and benchmark costs to identify opportunities for savings and innovation. 

• ​Subject matter expert (knowledge of industry, major players, threats, opportunities, terms etc.) 

• ​Manage the end-to-end competitive sourcing process (i.e. specifications, statements of work, performance terms, and/or acceptance criteria); Manage an efficient Vendor selection process driving the team towards a timely decision with all risks identifi