Global Procurement Category Lead - External Manufacturing

GE HealthCare; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness coverage

Retirement/savings plans

Mobility or transport allowances

Work-life balance support

Recognition and incentive programs

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Ireland seeks a Global Procurement Category Lead - External Manufacturing to steer sourcing for CMOs, shape procurement strategies, and drive cost reductions across the globe. You'll negotiate, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure compliant, timely delivery.

This role demands deep experience in external manufacturing, strong analytical and communication skills, and proficiency with SAP Ariba and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Progressive global procurement experience focused on external manufacturing.
• Proven record in negotiations, large spend categories, cost savings.
• Understanding of ISO 13485, GMP and medical device regulations.
• Proficiency with SAP Ariba and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop global procurement strategies for external manufacturing (CMOs).
• Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to secure terms and SLAs.
• Conduct market analysis, supplier evaluations, and risk assessments.
• Maintain relationships with external manufacturing partners and drive collaboration.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance and Operations.
• Drive supplier performance through reviews and KPIs.
• Manage contract lifecycle for external manufacturing agreements.
• Lead strategic supplier consolidation and dual-sourcing initiatives.
• Stay informed on industry trends and geopolitical factors.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP Ariba

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a Global Procurement Category Lead - External Manufacturing, you will lead the strategic sourcing and procurement activities for external manufacturing (CMO) services within the GE Healthcare Pharmaceutical Diagnostics across the globe.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the efficient and cost-effective procurement of contract manufacturing services to support the company's global operations.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Developing, implement, and manage global procurement strategies for all external manufacturing categories, including contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) for finished goods, sub-assemblies, and specialized components.
• Leading complex negotiations with key suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs), driving significant cost reductions and value creation.
• Conducting market analysis, supplier evaluations, and risk assessments to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Establishing and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with external manufacturing partners, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance and Operations teams to ensure alignment on product requirements, supplier capabilities, and delivery timelines.
• Driving supplier performance management, including regular business reviews, key performance indicators (KPIs) tracking, and corrective action implementation.
• Identifying and implement best practices in procurement and supplier management to optimize efficiency and effectiveness across the external manufacturing category.
• Managing the contract lifecycle for external manufacturing agreements, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Leading and participate in strategic projects aimed at supplier consolidation, dual-sourcing initiatives, and supply chain resiliency improvements.
• Staying abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and geopolitical factors impacting the external manufacturing landscape.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Progressive experience in global procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, specifically focused on external manufacturing or contract manufacturing.
• Proven track record of success in leading complex negotiations, managing large spend categories, and delivering significant cost savings.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems (e.g., ISO 13485, GMP), and regulatory requirements within the medical device or healthcare industry.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute global sourcing strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba) and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to travel globally as required.

Pay Range

For Poland based positions, Annual Salary Range: 217 600 - 239 360 PLN

Placement Within This Range Depends On

• Relevant skills and qualifications
• Prior job-related experience
• Internal equity considerations (alignment with colleagues in similar roles) e.t.c.

We review pay ranges regularly to ensure they remain competitive with the external market and align with our internal equity considerations.

Benefits & Rewards

In addition to base salary, our employees have access to a comprehensive package of benefits and allowances, which may include:

• Health & wellness coverage
• Retirement and or savings plans
• Allowances or benefits to support role requirements (e.g., mobility, transport, or role-specific needs such as a company car or allowance where applicable)
• Work-life balance support (e.g., flexible working, leave programs)
• Recognition and incentive programs aligned with performance and company success

The exact benefits package depends on the role, location, and employment terms as specified in the Colleague Value Proposition document that will be shared prior to the interview or at the offer discussion stage.

• Performance Bonus: Details to be shared during offer discussions

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No