Category Manager
Core
Manages supply chain for direct materials suppliers and parts to support business continuity and optimization, including sourcing, strategy roadmaps, contract negotiation, and inventory management.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Supply Chain)
Builds
Production material availability and cost-optimized supply base for electronics categories (wiring harness, electronics assemblies, OEM parts)
Domain
Medical device manufacturing / Strategic Sourcing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance management, risk mitigation, lean principles, project management, data analysis (Excel/ERP), cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
Medical device industry experience, SAP, Agile, CPSM/CPIM/PMP certifications
Technologies
ERP systems, SAP, MS Office, Excel
Responsibilities
Develop category strategy roadmaps, lead supplier selection and scorecarding, negotiate long-term pricing and capacity agreements, manage risk and capacity for critical suppliers, drive cost reduction initiatives, mentor supply chain colleagues
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership