Senior Manager, IT Category

MKS Instruments

. Lead the development and execution of IT category strategies, including market analysis, supplier segmentation, sourcing plans, and long-term value creation initiatives.

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeAndover • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $135,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in category management and strategic sourcing, with a strong focus on supplier relationship management, negotiation, and financial analysis to drive long-term value creation. Capable of aligning category strategies with organizational goals through effective cross-functional collaboration.

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Category ManagementStrategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsFinancial Acumen

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Hard Skills

Market AnalysisSupplier SegmentationTotal Cost Of OwnershipSpend Data InterpretationCost OptimizationQuality ImprovementRisk Mitigation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCross-Functional CollaborationInfluencing Skills

Industry Keywords

Indirect Supply ChainITAREARBackground ChecksDrug Screens

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and execution of IT category strategies, including market analysis, supplier segmentation, sourcing plans, and long-term value creation initiatives.
Report to the Sr Director, Indirect Supply Chain.
Oversee category performance by managing supplier relationships, negotiating key contracts, and driving cost optimization, quality improvement, and risk mitigation.
Partner with procurement, operations, finance, and product teams to align category strategies with organizational goals and operational needs.
Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and innovation opportunities to inform category roadmaps and strategic decision-making.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of related experience
Advanced expertise in category management and strategic sourcing, including market analysis, supplier segmentation, and total cost of ownership methodologies.
Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills, with the ability to influence high value contracts and drive long term value creation.
Excellent analytical and financial acumen, capable of interpreting spend data, assessing market trends, and supporting strategic decision making.
Effective leadership and cross functional collaboration abilities, with experience partnering across procurement, operations, finance, and product or business teams.
Eligible to work in the United States; work visa sponsorship is not available.
May need to qualify as a “U.S. person” for positions subject to ITAR or EAR requirements.
Successful completion of background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.
Candidates generally must reside in states where MKS is registered to do business.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision)
401(k) with company match
Life and disability insurance
12 paid holidays
Sick time
15 paid vacation days
Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement