Procurement

Global Category Manager – Procurement | Medical Devices | Guaynabo, PR | Onsite

🌍 Global Category Manager – Procurement

📍 Location: Guaynabo, Puerto Rico (Metro Office Park, on-site 4 days/week)
🏭 Industry: Medical Devices / Manufacturing
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)
💼 Experience Level: Mid–Senior (10–15 years)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation: Not available
💰 Compensation: Competitive base salary + full benefits
🕓 Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🌟 The Opportunity

A global leader in medical technology is seeking an experienced Global Category Manager – Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and category management across a diverse global network of 87 manufacturing sites.

Reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing, this role will define and execute a global category strategy encompassing procurement, sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization initiatives. You’ll partner with cross-functional and multicultural teams, driving measurable results in cost efficiency, supplier performance, and risk mitigation.

This is a high-visibility position offering the opportunity to influence sourcing strategy at a global scale while supporting the mission of advancing healthcare innovation worldwide.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and lead global category sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.

  • Collaborate with global procurement leaders under a hub-and-spoke model to set category direction and drive consistency across regions.

  • Monitor key spending trends, market drivers, and supply chain risks to proactively adjust strategies.

  • Lead strategic sourcing efforts to minimize cost, ensure supply continuity, and enhance product quality.

Supplier & Contract Management

  • Identify, qualify, and manage a global supplier base, ensuring performance against KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, and service.

  • Lead complex negotiations and develop contracts for standard and specialized goods/services in collaboration with legal teams.

  • Conduct supplier evaluations, site audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen vendor performance.

  • Drive supplier business reviews to promote continuous improvement and partnership excellence.

Operational Excellence

  • Apply Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement principles to streamline procurement processes.

  • Partner with business units and R&D leaders to integrate category strategies and optimize total cost of ownership.

  • Leverage technology and analytics to forecast demand, evaluate cost drivers, and support long-term sourcing decisions.

  • Ensure strict adherence to corporate ethics, compliance, and fiduciary standards across procurement operations.

🎓 Education & Experience

Required

✅ Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
✅ 6–8+ years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
✅ Strong background in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and market intelligence.
✅ Proficiency with Ariba, ERP systems, and advanced Excel or analytical tools.
✅ Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
✅ Bilingual (English & Spanish).

Preferred

⭐ Experience managing procurement in plastic components, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries.
⭐ Proven ability to develop category strategies using structured 5-step or 7-step strategic sourcing frameworks.
⭐ Background in multi-site, global operations management (supporting 50+ facilities).
⭐ Demonstrated success in forecasting, cost modeling, and supplier relationship management.

💡 Core Competencies

  • Strategic and analytical thinker with a data-driven approach.

  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

  • Proven ability to operate in global, multicultural environments.

  • Excellent project management, forecasting, and reporting skills.

  • Resilient, adaptable, and results-focused leader.

🧩 Why This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to lead at the intersection of strategic sourcing and innovation, with real impact on a company that touches millions of lives through advanced medical technologies.

You’ll join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while offering support for professional growth and global exposure.

✨ Ideal Candidate Snapshot

  • Experience: 10–15 years in category management or strategic sourcing

  • Industry Background: Medical Devices, Plastics, or Pharmaceuticals

  • Languages: English & Spanish (bilingual proficiency)

  • Tools: Ariba | ERP Systems | Advanced Excel

  • Leadership: Experience managing suppliers and stakeholders across multiple countries

  • Travel: Occasional

🌐 Ready to lead global procurement strategy for a mission-driven organization?
Apply your category management expertise and make a global impact by driving value, sustainability, and innovation across the supply chain.

 

Senior Supply Chain Manager | Medical Devices | $150K–$160K | Sumter, SC

Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Manager
Location: Sumter, South Carolina (Onsite – Manufacturing Facility)
Industry: Medical Technology / Medical Devices
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Travel: Up to 25%
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Security Clearance: Not Required
Relocation Assistance: Possible for the right candidate
Compensation: $150,000–$160,000 base salary + full benefits
Bonus Eligible: No
Interview Travel Reimbursed: Yes

Overview:

This role is a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity within a leading global medical technology manufacturer. The Senior Supply Chain Manager will lead the end-to-end supply chain operations for a high-volume manufacturing plant, overseeing planning, purchasing, sterilization, product flow, shipping, and master data governance. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring supply continuity, operational efficiency, inventory optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with corporate, regional, and site-based stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Purchasing & Supplier Management

  • Lead procurement of raw materials, components, MRO supplies, and capital equipment.

  • Direct issuance of purchase orders and lead resolution of non-conforming materials with supplier quality teams.

  • Collaborate with One Company Procurement (OCP) for corporate sourcing compliance and improvements.

Planning & Scheduling

  • Align with global supply chain teams to balance plant efficiency with customer demand.

  • Evaluate master production schedules and global demand for molded components.

  • Drive production plan adjustments and support mitigation strategies for material shortages.

Master Data Management

  • Oversee materials control documentation, ISO/QSR/SOX compliance, and ERP data governance.

  • Lead process improvement initiatives in SAP and Apriso systems.

Sterilization Operations

  • Oversee the operation and optimization of the on-site Gamma sterilizer – the plant’s bottleneck process.

  • Liaise with microbiology, corporate sterilization, and assurance teams for SOP alignment and continuous improvement.

Shipping & Logistics

  • Ensure talent and processes are in place to support outbound product flow to distribution centers and partner plants.

Leadership of Supply Chain Teams

  • Directly manage 3 supply chain managers overseeing inbound, outbound, and planning functions.

  • Represent the plant in divisional Integrated Reconciliation Meetings and strategic planning forums.

  • Lead strategic initiatives including manufacturing transfers, make vs. buy analysis, and business continuity planning.

Reporting & Strategic Collaboration

  • Prepare and analyze capacity reports, forecast alignment, and budget planning documents.

  • Coordinate with finance, CI leadership, and marketing to ensure aligned business performance.

  • Coach and develop a team of exempt supply chain professionals in line with corporate strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or a related field

  • 10+ years of experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment

  • Strong background in planning, procurement, supplier performance management, and logistics

  • Proficiency in SAP and Apriso systems

  • Demonstrated success in leading teams and managing cross-functional projects

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of total experience in manufacturing or supply chain operations

  • Prior experience managing supply chain disruptions (e.g., raw material delays, port congestion)

  • Background in strategic supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and demand forecasting

  • Familiarity with ISO, QSR, and SOX compliance requirements

  • Continuous Improvement (CI) and transformation experience, including digitalization

Work Environment:

  • This is an on-site leadership role based in a non-smoking, regulated manufacturing environment.

  • Steel toe, non-slip footwear is required in production areas.

  • Jewelry, false eyelashes, press-on nails, and visible dermals are prohibited in production zones for safety and compliance.

Why Join?

  • Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team that supports career growth and development

  • Play a key role in ensuring medical products reach global customers safely and efficiently

  • Join a company with a strong reputation for ethical operations, innovation, and global impact

  • Contribute to critical healthcare solutions and operational excellence at a global scale

 

Procurement Specialist – Manufacturing & Supply Chain | San Diego, CA | $108K–$163K

🌟 Exciting Opportunity: Procurement Specialist
📍 Location: San Diego, California, United States
🏢 Office-based (not a remote role)
💼 Industry: Manufacturing & Production | Category: Supply Chain & Materials Management
💰 Base Salary: $108,834 – $163,252
📈 Employment Type: Full-time | Mid-Senior Level
🎓 Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
🧳 Travel: Occasional

🚀 Make a Global Impact in Supply Chain

Join a high-performing team as a Procurement Specialist, where you'll directly influence supplier performance and ensure the seamless availability of materials to worldwide production locations. This dynamic role combines strategy and execution — from negotiating contracts to resolving critical supply chain issues — all in a fast-paced environment driven by innovation and customer satisfaction.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

  • Manage day-to-day and strategic supplier relationships across the forging and machining supply chain.

  • Lead purchase order processes, demand forecasting, contract negotiations, and risk mitigation.

  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including sourcing, planning, engineering, and quality.

  • Drive supplier performance improvements in cost, delivery, and quality.

  • Actively participate in supply chain transformation projects from inception to execution.

  • Support global procurement objectives while ensuring compliance with internal policies.

✅ What You'll Bring

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5–7 years of purchasing experience
    or
    Master’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.

  • Strong background with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Fluent in professional Business English, written and verbal.

Preferred:

  • Supply Chain certification (e.g., ASCM, APICS, ISM, or equivalent).

  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Blackbelt or Greenbelt preferred).

  • Experience with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling and cost reduction strategies.

  • Strong communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder influencing skills.

  • Membership in professional procurement associations a plus.

🎁 Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with room for growth

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Dynamic, collaborative work environment

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • Impactful projects with global reach

Ready to take your procurement career to the next level? Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, precision, and operational excellence.

 

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Category Manager – Subcontracting (Outsourced Manufacturing) | Manufacturing Procurement

Job Title:
Category Manager – Subcontracting (Outsourced Manufacturing)

Location:
Multiple Locations (Hybrid – Office and Remote Work)
Magnolia, AK – Industry, CA – Saint Augustine, FL – Rosemont, IL – Connersville or Elkhart, IN – Delhi, LA – Monett, MO – Sidney, OH – The Dalles, OR – Lancaster County – Mountain Top or Pittsburgh, PA – Yankton, SD – Spanish Fork, UT

Industry:
Manufacturing & Production

Job Category:
Engineering – Industrial / Manufacturing

Job Summary:

The Category Manager – Subcontracting (Outsourced Manufacturing) is responsible for overseeing procurement activities for external vendors providing surface treatment (anodizing, coating) and fabrication services. This position plays a key role within the central procurement team, working closely with internal stakeholders such as supply chain, operations, finance, and sales, as well as business unit and plant procurement teams. The role will have a primary focus on North America while collaborating with teams across multiple business units.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, supply chain, or plant operations (10+ years preferred).

  • Experience managing subcontracting (outsourced manufacturing) categories.

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and participate in cross-functional teams.

  • Proven ability to develop strategic approaches to spend categories and supply bases.

  • Ability to travel up to 30% as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools.

  • Experience with Should-Cost Modeling, Total Cost of Ownership, and ROI analysis.

  • Strong analytical skills, including expertise in creating and managing complex spreadsheets.

  • Experience with business operating systems such as Oracle or SAP.

  • Certification(s) such as CPSM, CPSD, or C.P.M. preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

Category Strategy Development and Implementation

  • Define category strategies using supply market intelligence, vendor knowledge, and procurement best practices.

  • Lead procurement category deployment and supplier management to align with business strategies and minimize total cost of ownership (TCO).

  • Prioritize internal production capacity before considering external suppliers, ensuring optimal plant utilization.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders across procurement, supply chain, operations, finance, and sales to drive cost reduction strategies while ensuring vendor compliance with capacity, service levels, and safety requirements.

  • Monitor and enforce compliance with category strategies, taking corrective actions as necessary.

Supplier Relationship Management

  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to establish competitive sourcing environments.

  • Conduct fact-based negotiations based on supplier and industry analysis, benchmarks, and cost structures.

  • Establish long-term contractual agreements with strong commercial and legal terms.

  • Implement supplier performance management through Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

  • Develop tools to support plant procurement teams in negotiating with local subcontracting vendors.

Cost Optimization and Process Improvements

  • Act as a leader in managing total cost of ownership (TCO) within the category.

  • Identify and lead initiatives related to specification, demand, and process improvements.

  • Continuously assess internal production versus external sourcing opportunities to optimize cost and capacity.

  • Measure and track category performance to identify opportunities for further efficiencies.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base Salary: $140,000 – $150,000 USD

  • Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate

  • Bonus Eligible: No

  • Overtime Eligible: No

  • Travel Reimbursement: Yes

  • Full Benefits Package

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Not a traditional buyer role; requires expertise in outsourced manufacturing and supplier engagement.

  • Strong analytical mindset with experience in change management.

  • Ability to develop and execute supplier strategies while optimizing costs.

  • Travel up to 30% required.

This organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

 

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