Category Manager – Asia Total Rewards, HR Operations

GE HealthCare

. Lead sourcing and category management for Total Rewards and HR Operations primarily across Asia .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, South KoreaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and category management for Total Rewards and HR Operations, with a strong focus on negotiation, supplier evaluation, and contract management. Proven ability to analyze market trends and deliver measurable business value while collaborating across diverse teams and cultures.

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Strategic SourcingCategory ManagementNegotiation SkillsProject ManagementAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Sourcing ExperienceSupplier ManagementContractingCost AnalysisMarket AnalysisRisk MitigationTotal Cost of OwnershipCompliance RequirementsPerformance MeasuresBusiness Case Development

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsConsensus BuildingProblem-Solving SkillsStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsAnalytical ToolsAI-Enabled Productivity Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Formal Sourcing QualificationGreenbelt CertificationBlack Belt Certification

Industry Keywords

Total RewardsHR OperationsCompensationBenefitsRetirementOccupational HealthSupplier GovernanceGlobal Matrix OrganizationComplianceMarket Dynamics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead sourcing and category management for Total Rewards and HR Operations primarily across Asia
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business priorities, market dynamics, supplier capabilities, cost objectives and risk considerations
Analyze regional spend, supplier landscapes, demand patterns and market trends to identify sourcing opportunities
Translate global category strategies into practical regional plans accounting for local business, market and regulatory requirements
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including market analysis, RFIs/RFPs, supplier evaluation, business-case development, negotiation, contracting, implementation and transition support
Develop negotiation strategies optimizing total cost, service quality, contractual protections, flexibility, innovation and risk
Deliver savings, cost avoidance, demand-management opportunities and other measurable business value
Provide contract coverage for regional and assigned global services using GE HealthCare legal templates
Partner with Legal, Privacy, Cybersecurity and other subject-matter experts on contractual, compliance and operational requirements
Support sourcing across employee benefits and insurance, payroll, global mobility, HR services and technology, background screening, recognition, compensation services, occupational health, retirement and other HR professional services
Establish supplier governance, including performance measures, service levels, business reviews, improvement plans and innovation opportunities
Lead or support contract renewals, amendments, commercial negotiations and supplier performance reviews
Identify and mitigate commercial, operational, compliance, quality, business-continuity, data/privacy and supplier-concentration risks
Act as a trusted sourcing partner to Total Rewards, HR Operations and regional business stakeholders
Collaborate globally to implement regional, multi-region and global category strategies and sourcing events
Communicate recommendations, risks, decisions, progress and results to senior stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, engineering or a related field, or equivalent degree
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or supplier management in a large or complex organization
Sourcing experience with Total Rewards and HR Operations categories, including Compensation, Benefits, Retirement, and Occupational Health
Experience leading complex sourcing projects from strategy development through negotiation, contracting and implementation
Strong commercial and negotiation skills, including evaluating supplier proposals, cost structures, contractual terms and total cost of ownership
Experience working across multiple countries and cultures, ideally within Asia and a global matrix organization
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proven project-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, suppliers and timelines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese
Ability to influence without direct authority, build consensus and deliver on commitments and targets
Proficiency with digital, analytical and AI-enabled productivity tools
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of time
Formal sourcing or procurement qualification beneficial
Greenbelt or Black Belt certification preferred
Japanese language would be an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to work from home and/or from the local GE HealthCare office
Opportunity to support other regions and global initiatives
Opportunity to work with global teams and stakeholders