Strategic Category Manager: Global Sourcing & Negotiations

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a strategic sourcing professional to oversee the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of complex goods and services. The successful candidate will have experience in managing diverse stakeholders, developing sourcing strategies, and delivering cost-effective solutions. This role requires at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of six years of experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain management. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for making impactful contributions.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in facilitating and negotiating contracts within strategic sourcing or supply chain management.
• Experience managing diverse stakeholder interests and expectations.
• Demonstrated capability in strategically sourcing corporate services and/or commodities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely and cost-effective strategic sourcing of complex goods/services.
• Develops category strategies based on spend data and market dynamics.
• Leads the entire contract life cycle from Request for Proposal to supplier exit.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Healthcare or equivalent experience

Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a strategic sourcing professional to oversee the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of complex goods and services. The successful candidate will have experience in managing diverse stakeholders, developing sourcing strategies, and delivering cost-effective solutions. This role requires at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of six years of experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain management. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for making impactful contributions.