Associate Director, Category Management (Pharmaceutical)

Location: North Chicago, Illinois, United States

Salary: $141,500–$268,500 USD base pay

Company

hirify.global develops innovative medicines and healthcare solutions across immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and aesthetics.

What you will do

• Partner with VP-level stakeholders to develop global procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Build annual strategic plans aligned with broader business objectives.
• Use market intelligence, industry trends, and data analytics to support strategic decisions and continuous improvement.
• Develop supplier value drivers, lead Supplier Relationship Management strategies, and strengthen sustainable sourcing practices.
• Manage procurement risk, compliance, and strategic projects across cross-functional teams.
• Lead sourcing, contract negotiations, supplier execution, and a team of Managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, business, or operations.
• Experience leading category teams, partnering with major suppliers, and reporting to senior leaders.
• Expertise in category management, market analysis, cost and financial assessment, negotiation, bidding, change management, and complex project oversight.
• Strong stakeholder management, executive communication, cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Strong resilience, emotional intelligence, and ability to work autonomously in a matrixed organization.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree.
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) benefits for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in long-term incentive programs.
• Commitment to integrity, innovation, inclusion, and community service.