Senior Category Manager, Chemicals

The Senior Category Manager, Chemicals at Johnson & Johnson in Zug will be responsible for shaping and executing the complete category strategy for the company's chemical portfolio. You will steer sourcing activities, lead supplier negotiations and drive cost‑optimization projects that support the broader business objectives. Your day‑to‑day work will involve close collaboration with R&D, manufacturing and finance colleagues, monitoring market developments, and creating actionable plans that ensure uninterrupted supply while reducing total cost of ownership. You will also guide a cross‑functional team and influence global sourcing decisions, giving you a pivotal role in a world‑leading healthcare organization that values innovation and continuous improvement. The position calls for extensive procurement or supply‑chain experience within the chemicals sector, a proven record of delivering category‑strategy results, and strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder‑management capabilities. What the role asks for: - 8–10 years procurement or supply‑chain experience - Experience in the chemicals industry - Proven success in category‑strategy execution - Strong analytical skills - Strong negotiation skills - Strong stakeholder‑management skills - Leadership of cross‑functional teams (nice‑to‑have)