Category Lead
We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity.
At Laborie, we know the work we do matters – it’s what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you’re ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we’d like to meet you.
We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values of Aspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion.
Who We’re Looking For:
The Category Lead is a strategic partner responsible for driving the end-to-end management, performance, and optimization of a defined category within the global supply chain. This role plays a critical part in shaping sourcing strategies, enhancing supplier relationships, and delivering long-term value through cost optimization, risk mitigation, and innovation. As a member within the supply chain organization, the Category Lead collaborates cross-functionally with stakeholders in Operations, Quality, Finance, and R&D to ensure alignment with business objectives and operational excellence.
About the Role:
- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive category sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Drive supplier selection and qualification processes through RFI/RFQ activities, ensuring alignment with technical, quality, and commercial requirements
- Lead contract negotiations and establish OEM Supply Agreements and/or Distribution Agreements with suppliers
- Manage and execute supply chain initiatives focused on cost savings, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency
- Oversee vendor lifecycle management, including onboarding, performance evaluation, and exit strategies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of sourcing strategies and supply continuity
- Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and internal demand to identify strategic sourcing opportunities
- Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on category performance, risks, and opportunities
- Champion continuous improvement and innovation within the supply base and internal processes
- Mentor and influence cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. Partner closely with these teams to ensure the seamless execution of sourcing strategies and maintain supply continuity
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field
- Previous experience in category management 5+ years
- Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in data analysis tools
- Understanding of medical devices and industry regulations
- Willingness to flex work hours as necessary to engage with global teams and supply partners
- Willingness to challenge the status quo and facilitate different perspectives to drive solutions
- Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement analytics tools, SAP preferred
Why Laborie:
Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries.
- Paid time off and paid volunteer time
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Parental Leave and Adoption Services
- Health and Wellness Programs and Events