Category Manager
This is an exciting opportunity to join our global healthcare organization as a Category Manager. As a key member of our team, you will have the chance to leverage your expertise and collaborate with diverse professionals worldwide using the latest systems.
The role can be fulfilled fully remote or in-office in Athlone, depending on your preference.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure operational performance meets agreed levels in areas such as service, cost, quality, and working capital.
* Lead and implement solutions for complex challenges, including dual-sourcing, negotiations, category strategies, supplier management, and sourcing from external suppliers.
* Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure the successful completion of business projects.
* Drive continuous improvements in supply chain processes to enhance performance, including lead time reduction, supply chain agility, capacity availability, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
Additional Responsibilities:
* Oversee and lead activities such as RFP/RFQ processes, contract negotiations, benchmarking, make-vs-buy decisions, total cost analysis, and supply chain mapping.
* Support New Product Introduction initiatives and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and compliance projects.
Ideal Experience:
We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 5 years of experience in third-party supply chain management.
Requirements:
* Proven expertise in managing and developing supplier relationships, including contract negotiation.
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Key Skills and Competencies:
* Strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with a track record of resolving complex supply chain issues in collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
* Demonstrated experience in sourcing, particularly managing contract manufacturers.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as both a leader and a team member across all organizational levels.
* Working knowledge of Quality Systems (FDA/ISO), ERP/ASCP systems (preferably SAP), and regulatory requirements in a regulated environment.
* Strong financial acumen and understanding of supply chain finance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), product validation processes, and regulatory expectations.
* Experience managing complex projects in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Travel Requirements:
This role requires 10-15% domestic and international travel.