*job description summary*: ge healthcare is a leading global innovator in medical technology and digital solutions with more than 100 years of experience in the healthcare industry and approximately 50,000 employees worldwide.
the category manager is responsible to develop and implement the sourcing strategy for the mechanical high-level assemblies (hla) category in north america, with a focus on optimizing cost, quality, delivery, and overall performance.
the scope of the role is managing $20m spend across suppliers in mx & usa, actively supporting all the different business units across ge healthcare worldwide.
ge healthcare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator.
our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits.
unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.
*roles and responsibilities*
- lead mechanical hla category strategy implementation within region and across strategic business units (sbu).
- lead category activities including contracts and price negotiations with assigned suppliers to achieve the best tco (total cost of ownership)
- improve payment terms with suppliers in scope.
- coordinate with all ge healthcare sbu's (strategic business units) to identify gaps in their supply chain according to their priorities and implement strategies to close those gaps (transfer, localization projects ).
- manages the assessment, selection, and development of new suppliers in region with collaboration of supplier development process experts to meet sbus needs.
- building a strong customer/supplier relationship through the execution of periodic strategy & business reviews to position gehc as a customer of choice.
- support all gehc sbu's on delivery, quality, and risk escalations.
- ensure early engagement of owned suppliers with sbus projects to optimize supply chain.
- knowledgeable of legal terms and capable to hold formal negotiations.
experience working with us suppliers/laws is a plus.
*required qualifications*
- strong sourcing background (5+ years or equivalent combination of education/experience)
- strong negotiation skills and problem-solving mindset.
- english speaking proficiency, ability to hold business discussions.
- strong sourcing background (5+ years or equivalent combination of education/experience)
- strong negotiation skills and problem-solving mindset.
- english speaking proficiency, ability to hold business discussions.
ge healthcare is an equal opportunity employer where inclusion is essential.
this means that all decisions are made regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics protected by the law.
we expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: act humbly and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus and drive ownership, always with unwavering integrity.
our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the momentum and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities.
our salary and benefits are everything you would expect from an organization with global scale and strength, and you will be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that encourages caring, collaboration and support.
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*additional information*:
*relocation assistance provided*:no