Senior Category Manager
Core
Develop and execute strategic category management plans to optimize indirect spend, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions for Fresenius Medical Care North America.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Optimized supply base and cost-saving programs for assigned material/service categories
Domain
Healthcare / Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, cost modeling, stakeholder influence, team leadership, project management, financial analysis, market trend analysis, supply base rationalization
Preferred skills
MBA, Life Sciences background, SAP proficiency, advanced negotiations training
Technologies
SAP, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), eSourcing platforms
Responsibilities
Own development and implementation of comprehensive Category strategies; Strategically manage indirect spend using proven sourcing processes; Lead supplier selection, qualification, and supply base rationalization; Manage Supplier Relationship Management including KPIs, audits, and business reviews; Develop and direct annual cost savings programs; Prepare and analyze Requests for Proposals (RFPs); Provide leadership, coaching, and succession planning for direct reports
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities
