Director of Direct Procurement & Category Strategy

Accendra Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking a Director of Direct Procurement & Category Management to lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies for direct materials, finished goods, packaging, and contract manufacturing. You will drive supplier governance, risk management, and cost optimization, partnering with cross-functional leaders to ensure supply continuity and regulatory compliance.

The role entails leading executive negotiations, developing procurement capabilities, and delivering value through strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, Finance).
• Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years progressive procurement, sourcing, category management, or related experience in healthcare/manufacturing.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing procurement or category management teams.
• Direct materials sourcing strategies and supplier management programs experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise-wide direct procurement and category strategies.
• Lead supplier governance, risk management and cost optimization initiatives.
• Drive executive-level negotiations for long-term agreements and partnerships.
• Lead and develop category managers and procurement professionals.
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality, regulatory standards, and supply continuity.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

Cost management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering/Operations/Life Sciences/Healthcare Administration/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement platforms

Office tools (Excel/PowerPoint)

Reporting/Analytics tools

Job description

Accendra Health is seeking a Director of Direct Procurement & Category Management to lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies for direct materials, finished goods, packaging, and contract manufacturing. You will drive supplier governance, risk management, and cost optimization, partnering with cross-functional leaders to ensure supply continuity and regulatory compliance.

The role entails leading executive negotiations, developing procurement capabilities, and delivering value through strategic