Strategic Category Manager – Procurement & Suppliers

Avera Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Retirement match (up to 5%)

Career development programs

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Avera Health is seeking a Category Manager to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver value across enterprise categories. You will partner with clinical, operational, IT, and business stakeholders to define requirements and drive compliant, contract-based solutions.

Responsibilities include leading sourcing events, negotiating agreements, and monitoring contract performance while ensuring adherence to enterprise standards and guardrails.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years experience in sourcing, procurement, contracting, or category management or equivalent combo of education and experience.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category sourcing strategies to drive standardization and cost optimization.
• Lead sourcing events, negotiations, and contracting within defined guardrails.
• Partner with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure compliant, value-based solutions.
• Own supplier relationships and drive performance, quality outcomes, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in business, healthcare, supply chain, or related field

Job description

Avera Health is seeking a Category Manager to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver value across enterprise categories. You will partner with clinical, operational, IT, and business stakeholders to define requirements and drive compliant, contract-based solutions.

Responsibilities include leading sourcing events, negotiating agreements, and monitoring contract performance while ensuring adherence to enterprise standards and guardrails.