Sourcing Excellence & Transformation Manager

Jobbeschreibung

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow.

The Position

Are you passionate about driving transformation and operational excellence in a global sourcing environment? At Boehringer Ingelheim, Global Business Service (GBS) Sourcing we are looking for a Sourcing Excellence & Transformation Manager to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team. In this highly visible global role, you will play a key part in shaping the future by leading transformation initiatives, optimizing performance, and fostering innovation across our GBS Sourcing organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to our team.

Join us to drive transformation, implement impactful solutions, and turn global strategies into actionable roadmaps that deliver real results.


  • You will proactively support the Head of Sourcing Excellence & Transformation in driving the strategic transformation of our GBS Sourcing organization by translating global strategies into actionable, results-oriented roadmaps.
  • You will continuously analyze industry, technology, and service trends in the Source-to-Pay (S2P) domain, with a strong focus on service procurement, to dynamically shape and evolve the GBS Sourcing digitization roadmap.
  • With a keen eye for optimization, you independently will identify opportunities for standardization within the S2P project portfolio and consistently propose and implement impactful improvements to enhance performance, automation, and service delivery.
  • You will serve as a central interface for demand management across GBS Sourcing, working collaboratively and cross-functionally with Heads of Purchasing, Sourcing Area Leads, GBS PPM, and IT partners to ensure alignment and responsiveness to business needs.
  • Moreover, you will confidently lead global, cross-functional projects in a matrix organization, demonstrating agility, ownership, and a solution-oriented mindset to accelerate the GBS Sourcing transformation journey.

  • Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Economics, Project Management, Accounting, Finance, or IT.
  • Several years of hands-on sourcing experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
  • Proven track record in managing projects, including familiarity with methodologies such as SCRUM, AGILE, and Waterfall.
  • Solid understanding of end-to-end processes, sourcing approaches, and cross-GBS services within the S2P stream.
  • Strong communication and networking abilities, including cross-functional collaboration, and a demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and drive results.

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

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