Category Manager – Molded Parts

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies

. Develop and execute long-term category strategies for critical direct materials supporting the global manufacturing network .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,200 - $156,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing category strategies for direct materials, with a strong focus on supplier negotiation, relationship management, and cost-saving initiatives. Proficient in utilizing analytical skills to drive performance improvements and optimize supply chain processes in a global manufacturing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Relationship ManagementContract NegotiationERP Experience (SAP Preferred)Power BI ProficiencyExecutive-Level Communication

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Hard Skills

Category Strategy DevelopmentCost AnalysisSupply Chain OptimizationNegotiation SkillsAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementExcel ExpertiseMicrosoft Office ProficiencyROI ModelingData Analysis

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsPower BIMicrosoft OfficeMS OutlookExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCSCPPMPMBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Global ManufacturingMedical Device IndustrySupplier Market DynamicsVendor-Managed InventoryContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute long-term category strategies for critical direct materials supporting the global manufacturing network
Prepare RFx, analyze proposals and lead cross-functional supplier selections based on total value proposition
Plan and execute supplier negotiations covering pricing, capacity, business and legal terms
Develop expert knowledge of category trends, cost drivers, global pricing, supply and demand, lead times, manufacturing processes and supplier market dynamics
Drive alternate sourcing, supplier consolidation and localization to maximize pricing leverage and cycle-time improvements
Manage margin improvement through material cost savings
Drive category performance improvements in lead times, minimum order quantities, localization, vendor-managed inventory, payment terms, incoming quality, inventory levels, inventory turns and supply continuity
Prepare business cases, including ROI models, and present cost-savings proposals for approval and qualification
Negotiate supplier terms and conditions regarding payment, delivery, inventory strategies, lead times, price reductions and other strategic issues
Lead global or regional supplier negotiation strategies with targets for pricing, service, quality and inventory
Collaborate with customer-facing, operations, R&D and Quality Engineering teams to align supplier strategy with product and customer needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or operations field
Minimum 6 years in similar role or related experience at a global manufacturing company
Experience in managing and optimizing supply chains in a manufacturing environment
Experience with ERP; SAP preferred
Experience with Power BI
Supplier relationship management and contract negotiation
Executive-level communication and stakeholder management in a global company
Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, leadership, problem-solving and organizational skills
Ability to work through multiple issues, prioritize and capitalize on available resources
Comprehensive analytical skills to determine alternatives and present recommendations
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a continuous improvement environment
Knowledge and effective use of relevant PC software applications
Microsoft Office proficiency required
At least intermediate Excel expertise, including advanced formulas, conditional formatting, pivot tables, charts, graphs and data analysis
PowerPoint proficiency, including creating charts/graphs from Excel data and converting text into SmartArt
MS Outlook proficiency
Equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered
Preferred experience in the medical device industry
Preferred MBA, Engineering or technical discipline master’s degree
Preferred CPSM, CSCP, PMP or other relevant sourcing/procurement certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Multiple group medical, dental and vision plans
Robust wellness program
Life insurance and disability coverages
Group accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) plan with matching contribution
Vacation and sick time programs
Recognition, well-being and work-life programs
Equal opportunity employment
Tobacco-free and drug-free workplace