Global Category Lead: Machining, Plastics & Sutures

Smith+Nephew; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Personal and Vacation Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Discounts on fitness clubs and travel

Job summary

Smith+Nephew, based in Andover, Massachusetts, seeks a Global Category Leader for Machining, Plastics, and Sutures. This pivotal role involves developing global sourcing strategies to support innovative medical technologies.

The ideal candidate will have 5 to 10 years of experience in strategic procurement, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead global supplier negotiations. A commitment to high standards and ethics is essential.

Benefits include a hybrid work model, 401k matching, and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in strategic procurement or category management.
• Proven experience leading global supplier negotiations and managing complex contracts.
• Strong knowledge of direct materials and commodity driven manufacturing categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multiyear global category strategies.
• Lead global sourcing activities including RFx events and supplier negotiations.
• Drive cost reduction and supply resilience initiatives across machining and plastics.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Team leadership

Fluency in English

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, Statistics

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith+Nephew, based in Andover, Massachusetts, seeks a Global Category Leader for Machining, Plastics, and Sutures. This pivotal role involves developing global sourcing strategies to support innovative medical technologies.

The ideal candidate will have 5 to 10 years of experience in strategic procurement, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead global supplier negotiations. A commitment to high standards and ethics is essential.

Benefits include a hybrid work model, 401k matching, and flexible time off.