Category Manager

NMS Labs; Horsham (PA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NMS Labs is seeking a Category Manager to lead multiple product and service categories within the supply chain. You will partner with lab operations, R&D, and support teams to develop strategic sourcing initiatives, drive cost savings, and ensure quality and availability of goods and services.

The role reports to the Procurement Director and requires a bachelor’s degree with 7+ years in procurement or category management, plus strong proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and spend analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• 7+ years' experience in procurement or category management with solid knowledge of strategic sourcing.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI), procurement software and related tools (e.g., ERP systems, spend analytic tools).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives, including cost reduction, risk mitigation, and supplier optimization.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about regulatory changes and emerging technologies, identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and potential risks associated with suppliers and categories.
• Lead comprehensive sourcing projects including supplier qualification, RFPs, supplier selection, contract development, implementation assistance, purchase or blanket orders, compliance, and ongoing contractual maintenance.
• Assess opportunity for spend segmentation and cost drivers. Utilize data analysis to make data-driven decisions, driving measurable reductions in year over year total cost of ownership for assigned categories.
• Oversee Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) including regular supplier reviews and annual evaluations for all identified suppliers.
• Continually develop strong relationships with internal business partners, staying connected with their individual business strategies and needs.
• Generate purchase orders for complex and high value purchases, confirming specifications, quantities, and delivery schedules with stakeholders and maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor purchase orders ensuring that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders, communicating any back orders, missing or defective products, and expediting as necessary.

Skills

MS Office

Power BI

ERP systems

Spend analytics

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Procurement software

Spend analytics tools

ERP systems

Job description

Title: Category Manager

Department: Procurement

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Location: Horsham, PA/Hybrid - at least 3 days in the office

Shift: Monday through Friday - 1st

Company Summary:

NMS Labs has developed an extensive menu of more than 2,500 Clinical and Forensic toxicology tests to support clients in healthcare, public health and public safety fields. For over 50 years, our clients have relied on NMS Labs for unique testing solutions that demonstrate our company core values of Quality, Integrity, Service, Innovation and Engagement. As we work to increase the company's positive impact on the diverse markets we serve, we are seeking talented professionals to join us for the journey! We invite you to learn more about our company by visiting NMSLabs.com.

Job Summary:

This role will report to the Procurement Director and be responsible for managing multiple categories of products and services within NMS Labs' supply chain. This individual will work directly with lab operations, R&D teams, enterprise support functions and other requestors developing and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives, driving cost savings, and ensuring the quality and availability of products/services.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years' experience in procurement or category management with solid knowledge and understanding of strategic sourcing.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI), procurement software and related tools (e.g., ERP systems, spend analytic tools).

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall business objectives, including cost reduction, risk mitigation, and supplier optimization.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about regulatory changes and emerging technologies, identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and potential risks associated with suppliers and categories.
• Lead comprehensive sourcing projects inclusive of: supplier qualification, RFPs, supplier selection, contract development, implementation assistance, purchase or blanket orders, compliance, and ongoing contractual maintenance.
• Assess opportunity for spend segmentation and cost drivers. Utilize data analysis to make data-driven decisions, driving measurable reductions in year over year total cost of ownership for assigned categories.
• Oversee Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to include regular supplier reviews and annual evaluations for all identified suppliers.
• Continually develop strong relationships with internal business partners, staying connected with their individual business strategies and needs.
• Generate purchase orders for complex and high value purchases, confirming specifications, quantities, and delivery schedules with stakeholders and maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor purchase orders ensuring that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders, communicating any back orders, missing or defective products, and expediting, as necessary.

Contract Negotiation and Compliance

• Work with Procurement Director and Stakeholders to negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms, including but not limited to pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and contractual obligations and monitor supplier performance against agreed-upon terms.
• Lead contract renegotiations to drive value and efficiency.
• Acts as a change agent, collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively assess internal and external processes, influence effective change, and drive innovation and continuous improvements.
• Advocate for Procurement as a value-added partner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Proven track record of driving cost savings.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges and driving continuous improvement.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of legal / contract terms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to talk, hear, stand, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to manipulate instrument/equipment controls, computer keyboard, office equipment, objects, or tools.
• Moving from one work location to another to sit and stand, sometimes for extended periods of time.
• Vision (with correction) including color, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Offers of employment are made contingent upon a nationwide background investigation and urine drug screen with results satisfactory to standards of employment at NMS.

We are an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, otherwise qualified disability, or protected veteran status (disabled Armed Forces Service medal, recently separated, active duty or campaign badge), domestic violence victim status, arrest record, or predisposing genetic characteristics.