Global Category Sourcing Leader

Stryker Corporation; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 88,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Limerick, Ireland, seeks a Senior Sourcing Manager, Category Management to develop and execute indirect category strategies across packaging, driving savings and supply continuity. You will partner with engineering, quality, and operations to align sourcing with product development, manage complex supplier contracts, and leverage market trends to strengthen global leverage.

The role requires 8–10 years in regulated environments, a STEM/ops degree, and strong negotiation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, operations or equivalent.
• 810 years of experience in medical devices or other highly regulated environments.
• Category Management experience; strong negotiation and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute category strategy across packaging, aligned with business and product roadmap priorities.
• Drive end-to-end sourcing strategy, including supplier segmentation, cost optimization, and long-term supply continuity planning.
• Negotiate and structure complex commercial agreements, including long-term contracts, volume commitments, and pricing frameworks with key strategic suppliers.
• Leverage market intelligence and industry trends to inform sourcing decisions, including advancements in plastics technology, materials innovation, and supplier capabilities.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations to align sourcing strategies with product development and manufacturing requirements.
• Identify and execute value creation opportunities, including cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier consolidation initiatives.
• Ensure all sourcing activities, contracts, and supplier engagements align with company policies, governance standards, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Negotiation

Supplier management

Category management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering, supply chain, operations or equivalent

Job description

Stryker Corporation in Limerick, Ireland, seeks a Senior Sourcing Manager, Category Management to develop and execute indirect category strategies across packaging, driving savings and supply continuity. You will partner with engineering, quality, and operations to align sourcing with product development, manage complex supplier contracts, and leverage market trends to strengthen global leverage.

The role requires 8–10 years in regulated environments, a STEM/ops degree, and strong negotiation