Category Manager - Contracts and Strategic Sourcing, Remote

Dartmouth-Hitchcock; Lebanon (NH); Remote; USD 74,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth-Hitchcock is seeking a full-time Category Manager to lead contract category management strategies enhancing procurement processes. This role requires collaboration across teams to align sourcing strategies with patient care objectives. Ideal candidates will possess strong negotiation skills, a degree in a relevant field, and a minimum of five years of experience in contracting. This position supports high-quality patient care while optimizing supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in contracting or supply chain preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate with management levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category management strategies.
• Lead sourcing initiatives including market analysis and supplier selection.
• Monitor contract performance and adherence to metrics.

Skills

Negotiation

Data Analysis

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management

Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or Healthcare Administration (MHA)

Job description

Overview

This is a fulltime position that is part time remote work.

The Category Manager needs to be on site at various times at different DH locations depending on the projects and services needed, throughout the year.

6 openings.

Benefits start the first day of employment: https://www.flipsnack.com/enroll/2025-dhmc-and-clinics-staff-benefits-brochure/full-view.html

Salary range: $74,048.00 - $94,410.20 - $114,774.40.

*Hospital experience and healthcare contract experience strongly preferred.

The Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing contract category management strategies to reduce costs, enhance supplier performance and optimize procurement processes, playing a critical part in advancing supply chain efficiency, and supporting high-quality patient care. This role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers and serves as a liaison between Supply Chain and General Counsel. Reviews and negotiates contracts for supplies, equipment and purchased services within the parameters established by General Counsel. Educates Supply Chain staff in understanding contract terms and conditions, statutory, and regulatory issues pertaining to contracts.

Responsibilities

Analysis and Reporting

Develop and implement category management strategies for assigned product and service categories.

Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to understand and meet their procurement needs and to align category strategies with patient care objectives and cost-saving initiatives

Utilize data analytics and market intelligence to drive informed sourcing decisions and category strategies.

Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor category performance

Obtains and analyzes comparative, competitive, and market data to ensure contract pricing is within fair market value guidelines and is appropriate and advantageous to DH

Reviews complex solicitations and prepares specialized and/or non-routine responses for proposals, bids, and contract modifications.

Analyzes significant, and/or unique, contract requirements, special provisions, terms and conditions to ensure compliance with appropriate laws, regulations, and corporate policies and business unit procedure and communicates results to necessary parties

Contract Negotiation and Support

Leads sourcing initiatives, including market analysis, supplier selection, and contract negotiations.

Develops negotiation strategy and participates with negotiation team on complex contractual issues

Analyzes new laws, regulations, and contract trends for potential impact on business unit goals and objectives

Provides authoritative guidance to internal business teams and contract subordinates on corporate goals and objectives relating to contract activity

Acts as the focal point for all communication with legal, finance, and business team disciplines for resolution of contract issues and disputes

Works proactively with leadership to develop mechanisms by which improvements in contract review process can be implemented and measured.

Contract Administration (pre and post)

Manages supplier relationships to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Monitors contract performance and adherence to established terms and metrics.

Assists in identification, development, and implementation of new contract policy and processes

Supports contract administration services through effective communications, education, post-award analysis, and improvement

Develops and maintains positive, professional relationships with staff and management at all levels, including maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Contributes to the success of the organization by meeting organizational competency expectations and core values (respect, integrity, stewardship, excellence, collaboration, and kindness), continuously learning, and by performing other duties as needed or assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred in business administration, supply chain management or a related fi eld, or 8 years healthcare experience.Five years of experience in contracting, category management, procurement or supply chain preferred.Master’s degree in business administration (MBA), law degree (JD), or Healthcare Administration (MHA) plus 2 years of experience preferred.Strong negotiations skills required.Contract Management certification preferred.Knowledge and understanding of the business case and an appreciation of financial/analytical issues and profit and loss implications.Excellent communications and interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with various levels of management within DHStrong organizational skills.Team oriented with consulting and advisory skills and service orientation.Proficiency in data analysis and financial acumen.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Good presentation, leadership, and management skills.Ability to effect and manage change agents.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• None