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Publish Date:  Jun 30, 2026

Milano, IT Bologna, IT

Sr. Manager, Legal Global Supply Chain

Alfasigma is a privately held global healthcare company founded over 75 years ago in Italy, where it remains headquartered today in Bologna and Milan. The Group operates in over 100 markets spanning Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Africa.

Over three years ago, we embarked on a transformative journey to become a truly global innovative healthcare company with a leading focus on Gastrointestinal (GI) health. We have experienced remarkable growth, nearly doubled our revenues, expanding geographically, and integrating several key acquisitions. We have also evolved our portfolio, expanded into rare and specialty segments, and strengthened our pipeline and people's capabilities.

But our journey is far from complete! In fact, this is just the beginning of a bold new chapter in Alfasigma's history. We are committed to advancing innovation and leveraging our deep expertise to provide better health and a better quality of life for patients and consumers worldwide and expand our reach across diverse markets.

 

Role Summary 

The Senior Legal Manager – Supply Chain is responsible for providing strategic and operational legal support across all Alfasigma Global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, distribution, and third-party partnerships.

The role ensures that supply chain operations are legally compliant, contractually robust, and aligned with the Group’s risk management framework, while enabling efficient and business-oriented execution. 

 Reporting to the Corporate General Counsel, the position is part of the Legal Leadership Team and plays a key role in shaping legal strategy in close alignment with global operations and corporate priorities. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Contracting & Commercial Support 

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of supply chain contracts, including: 

  • Direct procurement agreements

  • Manufacturing (CMO/CDMO) agreements

  • Supply agreements 

  • Develop and maintain standard templates and playbooks 

  • Provide pragmatic legal advice to support commercial objectives 

 

2. Risk Management & Compliance 

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks in supply chain and direct procurement operations 

  • Ensure compliance with: 

  • Applicable laws and regulations (e.g. competition, trade, customs)

  • Internal compliance policies and procedures 

  • Support implementation of third-party risk management frameworks 

 

3. Regulatory & Sustainability Support 

  • Advise on: 

  • Product regulatory requirements impacting supply chain

  • ESG / sustainability obligations (e.g. CSRD, supply chain due diligence) 

  • Support documentation and reporting related to sustainability and transparency obligations 

 

4. Disputes & Claims Management 

  • Support management of: 

  • Supplier or third party disputes

  • Delivery failures and quality claims

  • Contractual litigation/arbitration (with the coordination of external counsel where needed) 

  • Provide risk assessments and settlement strategies 

 

5. Cross-Functional Business Partnering 

  • Act as key legal partner to: 

  • Procurement

  • Supply Chain / Operations

  • Quality and Regulatory teams 

  • Participate in key business initiatives and projects (e.g. new suppliers, strategic sourcing, outsourcing) 

 

6. Support in M&A and Corporate Projects  

  • Support M&A transactions (acquisitions, divestments, strategic deals) from a Supply/Manufacturing perspective  

  • Contribute to legal due diligence activities within Supply/Manufacturing scope  

  • Review transition contracts on supply/manufacturing  

  • Support in the coordination with external counsel and internal teams within Supply/Manufacturing  

7.  Governance & Process Improvement 

  • Contribute to development of: 

  • Contract governance frameworks

  • Approval processes and delegation models 

  • Promote legal awareness and training within supply chain functions 

 

Requirements

  • Law degree
  • 8–10 years of legal experience in multinational pharmaceutical, life sciences, or manufacturing companies.
  • Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex procurement, manufacturing (CMO/CDMO), supply, and distribution agreements.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial law, international trade, competition law, customs, ESG, and supply chain compliance.
  • Experience supporting M&A transactions, legal due diligence, and managing commercial disputes with external counsel.
  • Business-oriented mindset, excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Fluent English (C1/C2); willingness to work in an international environment and travel as required.

 

Salary Range: €70000 - €85000

The salary range indicated in this job posting represents the minimum and maximum compensation range for the position. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, in accordance with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970).

Why Join Alfasigma:

At Alfasigma, we foster a culture where the courage to innovate is key to our success.
 We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our commitment to people and patients is at the heart of everything we do. We value diversity and welcome individuals with unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that open-mindedness, collaboration, and a shared passion for innovation are essential to achieving meaningful progress.

Join Alfasigma and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of the pharmaceutical industry.

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