Director - Category Manager EXM - Oral Solid Dose (OSD) 1 (69888)

Partner with leaders across External Manufacturing, Technical Operations, and key business functions, understanding business needs and co-developing strategies.

Communicate plans, risks, opportunities, and trade-offs; influence decisions.

Influence outcomes of Business Development through category and supplier expertise.

Build strong stakeholder relationships and deep business understanding to shape priorities.

Drive cost optimization, sourcing improvements, and supplier value initiatives.

Track, report, and communicate performance and value delivery.

Deliver multi-year savings targets in partnership with Finance.

Enhance reporting transparency and consistency.

Expert level knowledge of OSD markets, supplier capabilities, capacity trends, and regulations.

Use market intelligence to inform sourcing and strategy.

Strengthen supplier relationships and position Teva as a customer of choice .

Promote category management tools, standards, and best practices.

Improve consistency, discipline, and efficiency across activities.

Identify process improvements across planning, supplier management, and execution.

Mentor team members and strengthen OSD category capabilities.

Experience in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, or Procurement within pharmaceutical, life sciences, manufacturing, or other regulated industries.

Experience managing External Manufacturing (EXM), CMO/CDMO partnerships, or strategic supplier relationships.

Experience leading sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, supplier engagement, and cross-functional projects.

Strong understanding of Oral Solid Dose (OSD) manufacturing, contract manufacturing, or pharmaceutical production networks is highly desirable.

Pharmaceutical experience is advantageous; however, candidates from adjacent regulated industries with strong External Manufacturing expertise are encouraged to apply.

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Typically 7+ years of relevant experience in Procurement, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, External Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related disciplines.