Senior Indirect Procurement Category Manager

Owens & Minor; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens & Minor is seeking a senior Category Manager IV to lead complex indirect procurement across consulting, finance, legal, and advisory services. The role focuses on developing category strategies, negotiating high-stakes contracts, and optimizing supplier portfolios while ensuring compliance and risk management.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to mentor junior team members while partnering with executive leadership to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 8+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or related experience.
• Procurement certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop multiyear category strategies and execution plans.
• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing events and negotiations.
• Manage key supplier relationships and performance reviews.
• Provide guidance to executives on market conditions and cost drivers.

Skills

Category management

Negotiations

Sourcing events

Supplier evaluations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Owens & Minor is seeking a senior Category Manager IV to lead complex indirect procurement across consulting, finance, legal, and advisory services. The role focuses on developing category strategies, negotiating high-stakes contracts, and optimizing supplier portfolios while ensuring compliance and risk management.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to mentor junior team members while partnering with executive leadership to drive