Lonza

Global Director Category Management HR Services

Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerLonza
LocationSwitzerland
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted23 Jul 2026

The actual location of this job is in Basel, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

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What you will get:

· An agile career and a dynamic work culture

· An inclusive and ethical workplace

· Compensation programs that recognize high performance

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits can be found below.

· Benefits in Basel

What you will do:

· Lead the global HR Services procurement category with full accountability for ~200 MCHF spend, driving value, innovation, and cost optimization

· Develop and execute global category strategies based on market insights, demand forecasting, and business priorities

· Build strong partnerships with senior stakeholders (HR leadership, digital, legal, finance) to shape sourcing decisions and strategies

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· Drive supplier selection, negotiation, and relationship management to ensure performance, innovation, and continuity

· Lead cross-functional, international project teams to deliver transformation initiatives (automation, standardization, digitalization)

· Establish KPI frameworks and performance dashboards to continuously improve quality, service, and total cost of ownership

· Champion change management and procurement excellence across global processes and systems

What we are looking for:

· Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field; advanced certifications (e.g., CIPS) are a plus

· Proven experience in global category management within HR or professional services in complex, international environments

· Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization

· Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders globally

· Solid understanding of supply markets, cost drivers, and emerging technologies within HR services

· Experience in transformation, process optimization, and change management initiatives

· Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives — and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

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