Category Manager for Pharmaceuticals / Category Manageress for Pharmaceuticals

Hirslanden AG - August 7, 2026

Location

Hirslanden Corporate Office | Home-Office

Hiring Date

According to agreement

Employment Contract Type

Unlimited

Reference Number

71595

Corporate Strategy

Our corporate strategy is positioned to create added value for both individuals and society, now and in the future. Our purpose is to continuously improve the quality of life for those who entrust themselves to our care.

Key Responsibility Areas

  • You will develop and implement category strategies and manage assigned procurement categories throughout their entire strategic lifecycle.
  • You will leverage spend, market, supplier, and demand analytics to identify savings opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive evidence-based procurement decisions.
  • You are responsible for designing, maintaining, and enhancing KPI dashboards, benchmarks, and business cases to support informed decision-making.
  • You will lead product standardization, portfolio optimization, and data harmonization initiatives to increase efficiency and unlock synergies across the organization.
  • You will spearhead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders across Procurement, Hospitals, Supply Chain Management, and Business Functions to achieve measurable business outcomes.

Your Profile

  • You hold a university degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or a related discipline, ideally complemented by professional certifications in Strategic Procurement or Category Management.
  • You bring at least five years of experience in Category Management, preferably within healthcare or another complex and regulated environment.
  • You possess strong analytical capabilities and proven expertise in spend analytics, KPI management, statistics, and data-driven decision-making.
  • You are adept at navigating complex stakeholder environments, building alignment across diverse interest groups, and communicating confidently with executive-level stakeholders.
  • You work in a structured, self-driven, and solution-oriented manner, with strong SAP MM and Microsoft Office skills. You also combine a commercial mindset with excellent execution, project management capabilities, and strong communication skills in German and English.

Join Us

Are you ready to embark on your journey in an innovative environment? With us, you will fully develop your strengths, expertise, and skills. On your first day, we will provide a warm welcome and ensure you feel at home with us right from the start.

Employee Benefits

Enjoy a host of benefits starting from your very first week:

  • A varied menu in our staff canteen at a discounted price.
  • Fitness 24/7: Free access to our gym, including lunchtime classes.
  • Free employee counselling: Support for your well-being, whether you face work-related questions, personal challenges, or desire a fresh perspective.
  • More than 5 weeks' holiday: Available through our Leisure Plus programme for the perfect work-life balance.

For further information, please contact Alain Zimmitti (Head of Procurement & Supply Chain) by email: alain.zimmitti@hirslanden.ch. Livia Camenisch looks forward to receiving your full online application. Please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

About the Hirslanden Group

The Hirslanden Group is the largest medical network in Switzerland, operating 16 hospitals in 9 cantons, 5 outpatient surgery centres, 18 radiology facilities, and 6 radiotherapy institutes. The Group employs over 11,000 individuals, representing more than 80 nations. We are proud of our diverse workforce, which enriches our organization. Every day, we promote diversity, equal opportunities, and equal pay for equal work. This commitment earned us recognition as one of the “Leaders in Diversity” in the healthcare industry in Europe by the Financial Times in 2021.

Location : Glattpark (Opfikon)
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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