Category Lead

Laborie Medical Technologies Corp; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and paid volunteer time

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Health and Wellness Programs

Job summary

Laborie Medical Technologies Corp in Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking a Category Specialist to drive competitive advantage in supply chain management. This role involves leading category sourcing strategies and executing supplier negotiations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with over 5 years of experience in category management and strong analytical skills.

Laborie offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical coverage, and a 401k retirement plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years previous experience in category management.
• Understanding of medical devices and industry regulations.
• Willingness to flex work hours to engage with global teams and supply partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of category sourcing strategies.
• Drive supplier selection and qualification processes.
• Manage supply chain initiatives focused on cost savings and operational efficiency.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication abilities

Proficiency in data analysis tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field

Job description

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:

As a key member of the Supply Chain team, the Category Specialist drives competitive advantage through effective category management leveraging data-driven insights, strategic sourcing, and strong supplier partnerships to deliver cost savings, ensure supply continuity, and enable operational excellence across the organization.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field with 5+ years previous experience in category management
• 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.

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
• Awarded 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level

Laborie provides equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Laborie is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.