Staff Category Manager

Insulet Corporation; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Insulet Corporation seeks a Category Manager – Packaging to lead packaging category strategy for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites. You will drive supplier sourcing, negotiations, and performance while coordinating with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to ensure compliant and cost-effective packaging supply.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5–8 years in procurement or related fields, with experience in regulated manufacturing or medical devices preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• Ideally 5–8 years of procurement, supply chain, or operations experience.
• Experience with regulated manufacturing environments (medical device or similar preferred).

Responsibilities

• Own and execute packaging category strategies for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites.
• Lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and performance management.
• Act as primary procurement contact for regional packaging suppliers and manage escalations.
• Support new product introductions, packaging changes, supplier qualifications, and capacity expansions.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, should-cost analyses, and productivity programs.
• Manage supplier risk through assessments, continuity planning, and mitigation actions.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and ESG standards.
• Track and report key category metrics related to cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Support CAPEX and OPEX planning in partnership with Finance.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Cross-functional influence

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary Position Summary The Category Manager – Packaging is an individual contributor within Global Procurement, reporting directly to the Director of Direct Procurement with dotted line reporting to Global Procurement Packaging Manager. This role is responsible for managing packaging category strategy, supplier performance, and sourcing execution for manufacturing locations in Malaysia and China. The position partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and reliable packaging supply. Job Title: Category Manager Department: Manufacturing FLSA Status: Exempt

Key Responsibilities

• Own and execute packaging category strategies for Malaysia and China manufacturing sites in coordination with Global Procurement Packaging Manager.
• Lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and ongoing performance management.
• Act as the primary procurement contact for regional packaging suppliers, managing escalations and continuous improvement.
• Support new product introductions, packaging changes, supplier qualifications, and capacity expansions in collaboration with Engineering and Operations.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, should-cost analysis, and productivity programs.
• Manage supplier risk through assessments, business continuity planning, and mitigation actions.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and ESG standards.
• Track and report key category metrics related to cost, quality, delivery, and risk.
• Support CAPEX, and OPEX planning in partnership with Finance.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier-related issues.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
• Ideally 5-8 years of experience in procurement, supply management, engineering, or operations.
• Experience managing suppliers and categories in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device or similar preferred).
• Knowledge of packaging materials, components, and supplier manufacturing processes.
• Experience working with suppliers in China and Malaysia.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and financial skills.
• Proven track record of delivery of results

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems; Power BI or reporting tools a plus.
• Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience preferred.
• Contract negotiation experience

Travel & Work Arrangement

• Ability to travel to supplier and manufacturing sites as needed.
• On-site role based in Malaysia

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating. We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it! Insulet Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. (Know Your Rights) Insulet employees are all focused on the same goal — to make a difference. Our relentless passion is to simplify life for people with diabetes. We excite and empower employees to bring their best selves to work through a culture that supports a healthy work and life balance. We set the bar high to meet customer needs, and our priority is to ensure our employees are equipped and supported to help us get there. We foster and celebrate curiosity, innovation, and learning. Our teams work collaboratively and are empowered to drive the best actions for our customers. Our innovation spirit and customer-centric focus position us as global pioneers — leading the way to improve health outcomes with revolutionary medical devices while breaking down barriers to access.