Boehringer Ingelheim

Description: Description\: To provide consultative leadership on business challenges and associated people and organizational implications. Influence and lead human capital planning, change management, organizational consulting & design, and diversity, inclusion & engagement initiatives while utilizing business process principles. Provide strategic thought leadership with a global perspective and champion the values and culture of the organization. Productively challenge the status quo and voice innovative observations, questions and ideas. The Sr. Associate Director operates independently and acts as a key point of contact across teams within one business unit area or site. They generally support at least one Senior Executive business leader level client (as well as those in levels below Sr. Executive) with complex/multiple function organization. The Sr. Associate Director will work on broad initiatives across site/function. Accountable for the right organizational set up, people and organizational capabilities and people behaviors matching the current and future business needs, creating the conditions for continuous development of performance and engagement and enhancing the company culture. Accountable for delivering consulting, guiding and steering activities, partnering with the assigned function/sub-function management team, in order to achieve the current and future business strategy from an HR perspective, including ensuring the adherence to global standards, local regulations and Corporate Steering Parameters. In this context, act on the development of the organization, management of talents, transformation & change and organizational effectiveness/performance, ensuring the appropriate liaison of COEs and their respective governance, as well as with other Group Functions teams. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees. Duties & Responsibilities\: Function as an internal consultant to leaders in achieving business goals. Advise and guide management on organizational effectiveness, especially the alignment of processes, systems and people. Organizational Health, Culture, workforce engagement and environment\: Accountable for enhancing the company culture, analysis of the organizational health and engagement on a regular basis (e.g. survey) including measurement and link of the outcomes with operational results. Partner with the business leaders to drive strategic human resources initiatives that support business goals. Build organizational capabilities. Organizational design & effectiveness\: Accountable for ensuring the right organizational design, processes, skills sets and people behaviors. Brokers and maintains relationships with key executive stakeholders at the local, regional and global level. Brokers the relationship with leaders for key COE services (diversity & inclusion, Total Rewards, TLO, ensuring efficient and effective services are provided to meet the needs of the US businesses while supporting opportunities to harmonize across. Implementing HR solutions developed by COEs providing feedback to CoEs and GBS during design or implementation phase, ensuring adherence of the business to (global) standards and piloting local stakeholders' engagement (works councils, leaders, employees…) via robust communication/ implementation plan. Ensures applicable employment laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and systems are in place to minimize employee relations problems and, when faced with violations of policy, those incidents are handled professionally and with minimal risk to the corporation (in concert with ER&C). Accountable for qualitative outcome and execution of\: Translating strategic business needs into talent and development action plans; in line with business strategy Identifying talents across the businesses and steering their development, in support of leaders Creating the conditions for continuous development of performance and engagement through the elements such as, recruitments, development, remuneration and career path Managing a global talent pool that serves for succession plans and develops the future leaders of BI Strategic Workforce Planning incl. budgeting\: Accountable for qualitative outcome and execution of local workforce planning, taking into account the business/function strategy and external environment Highlighting the critical skills, skills mix, skills shortages and overages, geographical mix, and workforce mix (owned / contingent) Matching the current and future business needs Ensuring having the right People at the right time and the right place Ensures HR processes and policies are implemented in compliance with the Global Code of Conduct, global / local standards, external regulations. Requirements\: Bachelor's degree (or similar degree) from an accredited institution in Business Administration, HR Management or similar discipline. Master degree strongly preferred. Minimum of eight (8) years of Human Resource experience in a business partner capacity and/or in organizational development in positions of increasing authority is required. Experience working with and leading the employees and leaders within the business on projects and change management initiatives in support of results for the business/function. Experience working cross-culturally with diverse colleagues in a global environment required. Global assignment experience highly preferred. Requires business acumen and an understanding of all the various business functions in the company. Must function equally well at the strategic, tactical and operational levels. Knowledge of HR disciplines including talent selection and development, workforce planning, compensation, benefits, performance management, and employee relations. Demonstrated success working in a Matrix environment regionally and globally within the HR function and across the business functions. Strong project leadership ability required. Strategic thinking ability, and strong business judgment connecting human resources with the business strategies and goals. Influencing, relationship building, and effective facilitation and change management skills. Address organizational culture and include culture considerations on each decision taken. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with management and employees and contribute to all aspects of the organization. Strong ability to act and strong influencing skills. Demonstrated track record of success in Labor Relations and the collective bargaining process. Eligibility Requirements\: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required). Must be 18 years of age or older. This position will require individuals to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious accommodation. Click here for more information on the vaccine mandate and COVID-19. Who We Are\: At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal\: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person's actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-SF1 PDN1

*Description:* Acts as lead compensation resource for assigned business functions at BI USA Corp. / BI Pharmaceutical Inc. and / or for significant compensation projects in line with BI's CoE approach. The Compensation Manager is responsible for job analysis & evaluations, salary surveys, annual salary review and bonus planning process, and other compensation projects to support HR Business Partners and line management. Manages compensation programs that provide a competitive level of pay and are consistent with BI's compensation philosophy, business needs, federal and state regulations and help to establish BI as an employer of choice. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees. * Duties & Responsibilities:* * Manage the overall job analysis & evaluation process for BI in the U.S., including level equity across all U.S. OPUs and business functions, ensure an aligned levelling process using Hay job evaluation methodology. Set guidelines to maintain an inventory of job profiles that is consistent across the U.S. OPUs. * Responsible for all job analysis & evaluations within a selected group business functions. Working with HR Business Partners and line management to ensure in depth understanding of the jobs, accountability matrix and reporting relationships. Support creation of career paths. * Perform salary surveys including managing submissions for participation in SIRS and other identified surveys. * Work with client groups to coordinate job matching process and ensure accurate survey matches. Analyze salary survey results, present the analysis of overall pay competitiveness incl. compensation recommendations to HR Business Partners and line management. * Manage the annual salary planning and bonus planning process, ensure accuracy, optimum level of automation, teamwork with all internal partners such as HR/IS, HR Direct, Payroll, compensation teams at other OPUs. Support HR Business Partner and line management during the process with training, guidance, reports and analysis to support an appropriate distribution of salary increases and bonus to achieve organizational goal of pay for performance. * Prepare compensation analysis (internal equity and market analysis) and gather compensation market trends. Present findings to HR Business Partner and line management. Support the design of compensation systems to maintain competitiveness in line with BI's Corporate pay philosophy and provide compensation recommendations e.g. for new hires, promotions. * Develop training and education tools to communicate applicable Compensation Philosophy and Compensation Guidelines to HR Business Partners, managers and employees. * Manage compensation projects and topics as assigned in collaboration with external consultants, compensation managers, HR Business Partners from all BI OPUs in the U.S., global HR teams, IS and other HR CoEs. Projects include system enhancements, FLSA topics, job profile documentation, process harmonization, review of compensation guidelines and compensation communication. * Requirements:* * Bachelors degree and/ or Masters degree required with a focus in Economics or Finance preferred * CCP and/ or PHR certificate preferred * Individual must possess a strong business and / or financial background and strong analytical skills. Requires a minimum of 6 to 8 years progressive compensation experience as well as overall HR experience and comprehensive understanding of compensation practices, programs and plans. Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations relating to compensation. * Requires excellent knowledge of job analysis & evaluation methodologies (Hay) and grading programs, Microsoft Excel (also Powerpoint, Word and Office), SAP / HR IS knowledge. * Ability to communicate (verbal / written)in a direct, concise manner, ability to interact with professionals at all levels, strong influencing ability. * Excellent project management skills. * Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:* * Ideally, compensation management experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry. * Work experience with salary surveys for pharmaceutical industry. * Eligibility Requirements:* Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required) Must be 18 years of age or older * Who We Are:* At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit [boehringer-ingelheim.com]() and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person's actual or perceived race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Description: Manages and coordinates the development, implementation and monitoring of brand plans for a US brand or an indication for a brand. Participates in the development of marketing strategies and leads the development of marketing tactics to meet business goals. Is recognized as an expert for the brand and/or indication and therefore, provides leadership, mentoring and guidance to others. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees Duties & Responsibilities: Manages and coordinates the development, implementation and monitoring of core elements of the brand plans. Leads the development and implementation of marketing tactics to ensure attainment of goals related to these core elements. Oversees development and implementation of relevant tactical plans (i.e., sales/promotional tools, samples, PR/media, websites, market research, etc.) Represent brand with internal and external stakeholders. Plays a lead role in the development and execution of brand positioning and messaging to achieve goals. Collaborates with and coordinates with other brand team members, external agencies and BIPI extended team members' alignment of marketing tactics with overall strategy. Monitor/analyze product and market performance, competitive intelligence, market research to identify key growth opportunities and challenges facing the brand so as to define actions/tactics to advance brand toward its strategic objectives. Assists in the development and monitoring of product forecasts and brand expense budgets. Meet financial targets for the brand including net sales, discounts, market share and expenses Support annual business planning process as per schedule. Present to Senior Management as needed. Manage and implement Phase IV and Life Cycle Management Plans to optimize brand's long-term commercial value. Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; MBA from an accredited institution preferred. Eight (8) to ten (10) years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including five (5) years US pharmaceutical marketing experience or other relevant experience. Demonstrated leadership skills. Demonstrated project management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage budget and resources. Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a highly matrixed organization. History of successful performance. Proficiency in MSOffice, Outlook and database applications. Ability to travel (may include overnight travel). Performs all Company business in accordance with all regulations (e.g. EEO, FDA, OSHA, PDMA, EPA, PhRMA, etc.) and Company policies and procedures. When violations are noted/observed they are to be immediately reported to management. Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards with all business contacts in order to main BIPI's excellent reputation within the medical and pharmaceutical community. Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities: Experience working directly with digital partners to develop and execute initiatives strongly preferred (e.g. Google, third party media providers, social media community platforms, etc.) Experience in guiding and integrating digital analytics and driving metrics based optimization strongly preferred Previous supervisory experience preferred. Eligibility Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required) Must be 18 years of age or older Who We Are: At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim, including Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Puerto Rico LLC and Boehringer Ingelheim Fremont, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; physical or psychiatric disability; veteran or military status; domestic violence victim status; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Description: Provide strategic leadership to the US Sourcing Organization and local senior business leaders to enable complex Business Strategies with the right suppliers from the marketplace. Accountable for maximizing the best value for BI from our suppliers ensuring innovation, best total cost value, continuity of supply, constantly increase productivity and optimize external spend in close collaboration with Business Partners (BP) on Senior Management level (US Country Management Committee members, US Country Managing Director and his direct reports). Strategic partner to the business that steers and influences decision making when developing local business strategies. Utilize deep business knowledge to influence and advocate for US business needs when contributing to Global Sourcing Strategies for centralized categories. Lead and develop local implementation strategy by translating Global Sourcing Strategies into viability within a highly complex country containing multiple business units, geographies, legal entities, etc. Fully develop and drive strategic initiatives for US-specific topics. Own and lead center-led and decentralized category strategies in Marketing & Sales, Research & Development, Medical, IT and BPO. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees. Duties & Responsibilities: Influence Global Sourcing Strategies to ensure inclusion of US business needs Develop and drive local implementation strategies for overall category strategies of assigned area of responsibility Bring market intelligence and innovation to BI. Identify savings potential and implement business opportunities. Have full ownership of Center-led, De-centralized categories across all US OPU's and functions. Own and oversee development and implementation of category strategies for US focused categories. Lead US Category Managers - ensure strong performance and delivery. Build strategic and effective relationship management with local internal Executive Business Partners (CMC members and CMC-1 level) to influence and leverage business strategies & decisions Lead complex collaborations with multi-stakeholders including global organizations such as R&D, Medicine, Commercial, Legal, IT, Compliance. This includes managing relationships with global business partners who are based in the US. Align on goals considering the overall BI objectives and business needs Recognized as the trusted advisor for Sr. Leaders (CMC-1 level) on all strategic and or complex Purchasing. Own all key supplier relationships at local level relative to sourcing area ownership Coach a large team in building mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers to continuously improve performance or resolve potential issues at an early stage. Ensure competitive advantage with Key suppliers being the "preferred customer" for innovation and total cost reduction. Lead and drive regional sourcing projects within Americas focusing on additional savings, process optimization, standardization (common way of working cross countries) and improving business partnering. Lead the US Sourcing team (including leading people leaders). Foster a performance-based team environment that yields strong results. Accountable for team budget. Provide strategic direction and oversight to the team. Ensure staff member is delivering on their objectives and has a development plan. Coach and develop talent in accordance to BI's Performance Management System/Process. Requirements: Bachelors degree from an accredited institution required. Masters degree strongly preferred. With a Bachelor's degree, 12-15 years of experience in Purchasing/Sourcing or either in Business (M&S, Operations, R&D, Finance, etc.), preferable multinational companies and eight to ten (8-10) years of leadership experience leading individual contributors and leading leaders. With a Master's degree, ten-plus (10+) years of experience in Purchasing/Sourcing or either in Business (M&S, Operations, R&D, Finance, etc.), preferable multinational companies and eight to ten (8-10) years of leadership experience leading individual contributors and leading leaders. Strong communication skills to communicate with Senior Executive Leaders (local and International). Experience working in a multinational company and must possess an understanding of international business/cultural nuances. Strong executive presence and business acumen. Learning agility and the ability to work in ambiguous and rapidly changing environment. Compliance including due diligence. Supplier relationship and performance management. Delivering against commitments. Ability to work successfully with a diverse set of stakeholders. Facilitating, moderating, persuading and influencing. Managing teams. Problem solving and strong, and at times rapid decision making needed. Requires a strong understanding of many areas of the business across multiple functions and working with many diverse stakeholders. Requires deep industry and local market knowledge. Deep expertise in specific categories is preferred. Eligibility Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required). Must be 18 years of age or older. Who We Are: At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person's actual or perceived race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Description: Manages and coordinates the development, implementation and monitoring of brand plans for a US brand or an indication for a brand. Participates in the development of marketing strategies and leads the development of marketing tactics to meet business goals. Is recognized as an expert for the brand and/or indication and therefore, provides leadership, mentoring and guidance to others. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees Duties & Responsibilities: Manages and coordinates the development, implementation and monitoring of core elements of the brand plans. Leads the development and implementation of marketing tactics to ensure attainment of goals related to these core elements. Oversees development and implementation of relevant tactical plans (i.e., sales/promotional tools, samples, PR/media, websites, market research, etc.) Represent brand with internal and external stakeholders. Plays a lead role in the development and execution of brand positioning and messaging to achieve goals. Collaborates with and coordinates with other brand team members, external agencies and BIPI extended team members' alignment of marketing tactics with overall strategy. Monitor/analyze product and market performance, competitive intelligence, market research to identify key growth opportunities and challenges facing the brand so as to define actions/tactics to advance brand toward its strategic objectives. Assists in the development and monitoring of product forecasts and brand expense budgets. Meet financial targets for the brand including net sales, discounts, market share and expenses Support annual business planning process as per schedule. Present to Senior Management as needed. Manage and implement Phase IV and Life Cycle Management Plans to optimize brand's long-term commercial value. Requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; MBA from an accredited institution preferred. Eight (8) to ten (10) years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including five (5) years US pharmaceutical marketing experience or other relevant experience. Demonstrated leadership skills. Demonstrated project management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage budget and resources. Demonstrated ability to achieve results in a highly matrixed organization. History of successful performance. Proficiency in MSOffice, Outlook and database applications. Ability to travel (may include overnight travel). Performs all Company business in accordance with all regulations (e.g. EEO, FDA, OSHA, PDMA, EPA, PhRMA, etc.) and Company policies and procedures. When violations are noted/observed they are to be immediately reported to management. Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards with all business contacts in order to main BIPI's excellent reputation within the medical and pharmaceutical community. Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities: Experience working directly with digital partners to develop and execute initiatives strongly preferred (e.g. Google, third party media providers, social media community platforms, etc.) Experience in guiding and integrating digital analytics and driving metrics based optimization strongly preferred Previous supervisory experience preferred. Eligibility Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required) Must be 18 years of age or older Who We Are: At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim, including Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Puerto Rico LLC and Boehringer Ingelheim Fremont, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; physical or psychiatric disability; veteran or military status; domestic violence victim status; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Description: Provide strategic leadership to the US Sourcing Organization and local senior business leaders to enable complex Business Strategies with the right suppliers from the marketplace. Accountable for maximizing the best value for BI from our suppliers ensuring innovation, best total cost value, continuity of supply, constantly increase productivity and optimize external spend in close collaboration with Business Partners (BP) on Senior Management level (US Country Management Committee members, US Country Managing Director and his direct reports). Strategic partner to the business that steers and influences decision making when developing local business strategies. Utilize deep business knowledge to influence and advocate for US business needs when contributing to Global Sourcing Strategies for centralized categories. Lead and develop local implementation strategy by translating Global Sourcing Strategies into viability within a highly complex country containing multiple business units, geographies, legal entities, etc. Fully develop and drive strategic initiatives for US-specific topics. Own and lead center-led and decentralized category strategies in Marketing & Sales, Research & Development, Medical, IT and BPO. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees. Duties & Responsibilities: Influence Global Sourcing Strategies to ensure inclusion of US business needs Develop and drive local implementation strategies for overall category strategies of assigned area of responsibility Bring market intelligence and innovation to BI. Identify savings potential and implement business opportunities. Have full ownership of Center-led, De-centralized categories across all US OPU's and functions. Own and oversee development and implementation of category strategies for US focused categories. Lead US Category Managers - ensure strong performance and delivery. Build strategic and effective relationship management with local internal Executive Business Partners (CMC members and CMC-1 level) to influence and leverage business strategies & decisions Lead complex collaborations with multi-stakeholders including global organizations such as R&D, Medicine, Commercial, Legal, IT, Compliance. This includes managing relationships with global business partners who are based in the US. Align on goals considering the overall BI objectives and business needs Recognized as the trusted advisor for Sr. Leaders (CMC-1 level) on all strategic and or complex Purchasing. Own all key supplier relationships at local level relative to sourcing area ownership Coach a large team in building mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers to continuously improve performance or resolve potential issues at an early stage. Ensure competitive advantage with Key suppliers being the "preferred customer" for innovation and total cost reduction. Lead and drive regional sourcing projects within Americas focusing on additional savings, process optimization, standardization (common way of working cross countries) and improving business partnering. Lead the US Sourcing team (including leading people leaders). Foster a performance-based team environment that yields strong results. Accountable for team budget. Provide strategic direction and oversight to the team. Ensure staff member is delivering on their objectives and has a development plan. Coach and develop talent in accordance to BI's Performance Management System/Process. Requirements: Bachelors degree from an accredited institution required. Masters degree strongly preferred. With a Bachelor's degree, 12-15 years of experience in Purchasing/Sourcing or either in Business (M&S, Operations, R&D, Finance, etc.), preferable multinational companies and eight to ten (8-10) years of leadership experience leading individual contributors and leading leaders. With a Master's degree, ten-plus (10+) years of experience in Purchasing/Sourcing or either in Business (M&S, Operations, R&D, Finance, etc.), preferable multinational companies and eight to ten (8-10) years of leadership experience leading individual contributors and leading leaders. Strong communication skills to communicate with Senior Executive Leaders (local and International). Experience working in a multinational company and must possess an understanding of international business/cultural nuances. Strong executive presence and business acumen. Learning agility and the ability to work in ambiguous and rapidly changing environment. Compliance including due diligence. Supplier relationship and performance management. Delivering against commitments. Ability to work successfully with a diverse set of stakeholders. Facilitating, moderating, persuading and influencing. Managing teams. Problem solving and strong, and at times rapid decision making needed. Requires a strong understanding of many areas of the business across multiple functions and working with many diverse stakeholders. Requires deep industry and local market knowledge. Deep expertise in specific categories is preferred. Eligibility Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required). Must be 18 years of age or older. Who We Are: At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person's actual or perceived race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.