Senior Procurement Category Manager External Workforce

Shape the future of workforce strategy in a global life sciences leader.
We are partnering with a world-renowned pharmaceutical company to recruit a Senior Procurement Category Manager for External Workforce. This is a strategic, high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of procurement, talent strategy, and workforce innovation.


Your Mission:

As the Category Lead for External Workforce, you will:
  • Define and execute category strategies for contingent labor, consulting services, and outsourced workforce solutions across EMEA.
  • Partner cross-functionally with HR, Talent Acquisition, Legal, and Finance to ensure workforce solutions are cost-effective, compliant, and future-ready.
  • Lead supplier negotiations and performance management, driving value and innovation across the vendor landscape.
  • Champion transformation by introducing new sourcing models, digital platforms, and diversity-focused initiatives.


Who You Are:

We welcome senior professionals from Procurement, HR, or Recruitment backgrounds who bring:
  • 7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, workforce management, or vendor strategy.
  • Deep understanding of external workforce dynamics, including contingent labor, MSP/RPO models, and compliance frameworks.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across senior leadership.
  • Fluent English; additional European languages are a plus.
  • Experience in a complex, international environment—pharma or life sciences experience is highly valued.


Why This Role?

  • Strategic Impact: Influence workforce strategy across multiple markets.
  • Global Reach: Join a company whose innovations improve lives worldwide.
  • Career Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking procurement organisation with strong leadership and development opportunities.
  • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, collaborative, and purpose-driven environment.
  • Competitive Package: Attractive salary, bonus, and benefits tailored to senior professionals.


Interested in making a global impact?

Apply now or contact the HAYS recruitment team for a confidential discussion.

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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Pharmaceuticals
Location
Praha
Specialism
Business Services
Pay
According to experience
Ref:
1194873
Closing date
31 Oct 2025

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Georgi Darakchiev, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Prague CS
Hays Czech Republic, s.r.o., Na Příkopě 27/959

Telephone: 602372156

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