Sourcing Category Manager - Remedy & ReadyCare
Core
Manage purchases of approximately $20 million annually for raw materials and packaging, focusing on best-cost negotiations, supply continuity, and risk reduction for Medline Manufacturing.
Role type
Senior sourcing category manager (raw materials & packaging)
Builds
Long-term vendor contracts, rebate plans, and optimized global sourcing strategies
Domain
Manufacturing supply chain (chemicals and packaging raw materials)
Required skills
Category strategy, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, cost analysis, risk assessment, market research, project coordination
Preferred skills
Geopolitical risk analysis, dual sourcing strategies, global vendor management, data-driven decision making
Technologies
Sourcing tools, data analysis platforms
Responsibilities
Negotiate favorable terms and long-term contracts with suppliers; develop and execute risk profiles for sourced countries; analyze cost inputs to drive optimization; collaborate with supply chain and product teams on new launches; manage part numbers and packaging optimization; resolve supplier performance issues.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC