Sr. Category Manager, Direct Procurement Mechanicals (Hybrid - Acton, MA)
Core
Develops and executes end-to-end sourcing strategies for Springs, Stampings, and Miscellaneous Mechanical Components to improve quality, delivery, cost, and supply chain resiliency.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Direct Procurement - Mechanicals)
Builds
Global supply base for mechanical components (springs, stampings) for medical device manufacturing
Domain
Medical Devices / Manufacturing / Strategic Sourcing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> client delivery (supply chain solutions)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, total cost of ownership analysis, supply risk mitigation, category management, stakeholder influence, project management
Preferred skills
Medical device experience, mechanical manufacturing knowledge, MBA or Engineering Master's
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, contract lifecycle management systems
Responsibilities
Develop global sourcing strategies for mechanical components, monitor market conditions and supplier innovation, manage supply risks and ensure scalability, oversee supplier selection and performance reviews, execute negotiation strategies for cost reduction, manage contract life-cycle and commercial terms, drive year-over-year cost avoidance initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC