Strategic Category Lead: Administration & Facilities

The Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore (MD)

Hybrid

USD 55,000 - 97,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Category Lead – Administration, Facilities & Construction to drive strategic sourcing for Administration, Facilities and Construction categories. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop category initiatives, negotiate terms, and manage supplier relationships to optimize value.

The role emphasizes decentralized procurement, compliance, and collaboration with Legal and Audit to mitigate risks while achieving cost savings.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Two years of purchasing or strategic sourcing experience.
Equivalency by Johns Hopkins University formula may substitute for experience.
Applicants completing final academic semester may be considered.

Responsibilities

Create and execute category strategies using requirements, market intelligence and spend history.
Lead cross-functional teams to derive common specifications for products.
Develop initiative pipeline to forecast procurement projects and sourcing activities.
Procure products, equipment and services; arrange leases and rentals.
Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers.
Build supplier relationships and monitor performance.
Establish metrics and savings targets; report to stakeholders.
Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory standards.
Manage POs, contracts, sourcing events and supplier proposals.
Collaborate with Legal, Internal Audit, Risk Management, and compliance teams.