The Brand & Specialty Rx Category Sourcing Manager will be responsible for managing brand and specialty pharmaceutical products as well as the business relationship between Cencora and the respective product manufacturers.  This role will be manufacturer facing and include the day-to-day management of assigned accounts, including contract negotiations. This is a Remote position.

• Works directly with outside pharmaceutical suppliers as it relates to policies, issues and profitability.
• Negotiates contracts, establishes sourcing relationships and manages customer-related programs in designated category; works towards resolving work issues relative to the trading relationship.
• Collaborates with internal departments such as Sales & Marketing, Finance, Legal and other Procurement entities in order to promote the best interests of Cencora.
• Manages the trade affairs with key strategic suppliers to include negotiating business agreements and settling disputes and/or issues.
• Represents and positions Cencora favorably with suppliers and acts as an advocate for Cencora interests relative to suppliers’ actions and policies.
• Generates profit enhancing opportunities such as deals, rebates, allowances and promotional activities for the assigned suppliers.
• Manages several contracting programs resulting in increased value for both Cencora and its customers.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

What your background should look like 

Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, supply chain, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor’s degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires a minimum of five (5) years directly related and progressively responsible experience.

• Outstanding knowledge of product and supplier base, product relationships and industry trends
• Working knowledge of sales, purchasing, supply chain management and/or inventory management principles and methodologies
• Exceptional project management skills, including the ability to work collaboratively across the organization and manage multiple projects of various diverse scope in a cross-functional environment
• Ability to deal with confrontational issues in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practices
• Strong computer skills in order to operate effectively with company systems and programs; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of Salesforce and SAP a plus.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. 

To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Schedule

Full time

Salary Range*

$84,400 – 120,890