**Job title** : **_Category Buyer, Supply Chain Inbound_** + _Location: Budapest, Hungary_ + _Hybrid working according to local policy_ Sanofi is an innovative global healthcare company headquartered in Paris, France with one purpose: Chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve, and we accomplish our goals through world-class research and with the compassion and commitment of our employees. The company is focused on accelerating development to deliver breakthrough medicines and vaccines to patients, delivering excellence though Diversity. Sanofi operates in 90 countries with 91 000 employees worldwide, working in 59 manufacturing and 20 Research & Development (R&D) sites. In 2022 business net income was €10.3 Billion, delivered by 4 Global Business Units: Specialty care, Consumer Healthcare, Vaccines & General Medicines. Sanofi covers major therapeutic areas, including immunology, cardiovascular, diabetes, oncology, rare diseases, etc. **_About the job_** Within Sanofi, the Procurement function is a powerhouse maximizing savings to fund the company’s future growth. The Chief Procurement Officer is reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, member of the Sanofi executive committee. The Procurement organization is divided into five Domains (Manufacturing & Supply, Marketing & Sales, Professional Services, Scientific & Medical and Digital) leveraging Global Procurement Operations and the Procurement Center of Excellence & Transformation. The yearly spend coverage is around 15B€ with a special focus on Procurement excellence, Supplier Diversity and Sustainability. Closely collaborating with Finance, Business Operations and Business Units, Procurement is instrumental in achieving cost efficiency and savings. Procurement plays a critical role in optimizing Business Operational Impact with a focus on driving simplification, efficiency, and productivity. It forges strategic partnerships with suppliers, prioritizing innovation and data driven solutions. Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. **As ‘** **Category Buyer, Supply Chain Inbound in Manufacturing & Supply domain, you will be responsible for implementing sourcing strategies according to category management strategies and leading sourcing in global scope, - and across all business units.** **This includes activities such as, but not limited to, designing and executing strategy of all inbound to manufacturing logistics flows and cover all modes of transportation (road, sea, air, centralized distribution). Creating, supporting and driving strategy of inbound logistics category, including the optimization of logistics network, - alignment with material suppliers and implementing logistics sourcing strategy. Key value levers are optimized inventory, resilience, CO2 reduction, optimized material price (through negotiations), reduced logistics cost and central visibility on flows.** **Main responsibilities:** + Build and implement full sourcing strategy for category + Deliver world class cost savings, inventory optimization and additional benefits (resilience, CO2 reduction, simplification) + Ensure consistency, communication and integration within the business and the procurement network + Run robust Supplier Management with business reviews & performance management Ensure mastery of Procurement technical excellence (TCO, SRM, Market Intel, Risk Management, Innovation, CSR, HSE, compliance, quality) + Ensures the implementation and operational follow-up of action plans derived from the strategies defined by the Category Management and/or Procurement Business Partners, in close collaboration with the procurement network and stakeholders + Reports on status, savings, performance, and risks on the sourcing activities he/she oversees + Stays informed on current industry trends and new market developments related to his/her category area + Creates visibility by mapping all flows. If business case led to flow and/or incoterm changes, aligns with key supplier and buyers + Undertakes benchmarking against other industries and best practices **Stakeholder Management** + Takes leading role in cross-functional matrix structure with key business partners to design and implement best logistic model + Support Global Category Managers and Category Buyers, provides advice and/or participates to their strategic negotiations according to needs + Align strategy with internal and external stakeholders, ensures execution of project initiatives + Develops strong partnerships with his/her key internal customers and foster two-way supportive relationships with them **_About you_** **Experience** : + 10 Years of relevant Procurement / Supply Chain / Project management experience **Soft Skills/ Technical skills:** + The position requires sourcing professional skills with a strong ability to develop relationships within and across the different lines of business and throughout the Procurement organization, including transversal / project management skills as well as management skills in a multi-cultural environment. **Profile:** + Excellent project management skills, ability to lead large, cross-functional project teams + Ability to influence key stakeholders in a complex matrix organization without formal authority + Strong business acumen and ability to build sustainable business connectivity + Solid listening, communication and presentation skills + International and multi-cultural mindset + Results oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Good understanding of finance and legal aspects + Communication skills: Assertiveness, ability to convince/influence others and excellent presentation skills + Team player with excellent interpersonal sensitivity + Role model in compliance and ethics **Education** + University degree in relevant field (e.g.: economics, supply chain) **Languages** + Fluent in English is a must **_Why choose us?_** + Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team + Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally + Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact + Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave **Pursue** **_Progress_** **.** **Discover** **_Extraordinary_** **.** Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! Discover our Code of Conduct (https://www.codeofconduct.sanofi/) , that serves as the moral compass that guides us when chasing the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Please ensure to have read this document before applying. \#Sanofi \#SanofiCareers \#joinSanofi \#jobopportunities \#careeropportunities \#sscjob \#Sanofi_Budapest_Hub \#Budapest \#LI-EUR \#LI-hybrid \#Procurement \#supplychain \#projectmanagement \#processimprovement \#inboundcategory \#categorybuyer **Pursue** **_progress_** **, discover** **_extraordinary_** Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement (https://www.sanofi.com/en/careers/global-terms-and-conditions/) Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo) As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live. All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=2s)