Procurement Lead: Admin, Facilities & Construction

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Category Lead for Administration, Facilities & Construction to drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop category strategies, and manage supplier performance within a decentralized procurement environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of purchasing or strategic sourcing experience. Hybrid work is available at Keswick and related campuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Two years of purchasing or strategic sourcing experience required.
• Additional education may substitute for experience per policy.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute category strategies using spend analysis and market intelligence.
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop common product specifications.
• Coordinate procurement projects and sourcing activities across categories.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to meet objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships and track category savings targets.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

MS Office

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

eSourcing tools

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Category Lead for Administration, Facilities & Construction to drive strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost optimization. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop category strategies, and manage supplier performance within a decentralized procurement environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of purchasing or strategic sourcing experience. Hybrid work is available at Keswick and related campuses.