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Insight Global Category Manager (Mechanical) in Denver, Colorado
Job Description
Insight Global is looking for a Category Manager (Mechanical) for a client in the medical device industry, to sit onsite in Lakewood, Colorado. The Category Manager will be responsible for working cross functionally with R&D, Supply Chain and Engineering to evaluate and recommend sourcing and process improvement opportunities. The with several platforms in house, the Category Manager will be responsible for developing category strategy and consolidation of these platforms in a collaborative environment. Additional responsibilities will include:
Perform spend analysis to manage supplier performance, gain visibility of total spend and reduce costs
Ensure compliance with all legal requirements of the company including JSOX
Responsible for SAP Master Data management and provide input to the SIOP (Sales Inventory and Operations Planning) processes
Prepare RFx, analyze proposals, and make supplier selection based on total value proposition
Develop high-level negotiation strategies and partner with Business leaders and Legal to execute contracts
Establish supplier development processes including the coordination and support onsite supplier assessment/certification audits and continuous improvement activities
Cultivate a solid working knowledge of category trends including industry trends, cost drivers, global pricing, supply and demand material lead times, technical/manufacturing processes, and supplier market dynamics
Drive supplier performance improvements
The salary range for this role is targeting between $128k-160k. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid ti! me off as provided by applicable law
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
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Skills and Requirements
8+ years of supplier relationship management or relevant experience
Strong mechanical engineering background
Project management experience
Demonstrated ability to consistently work through multiple issues by capitalizing on available resources and prioritizing accordingly
Demonstrated use of comprehensive analytical skills to determine alternatives and present recommendations
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to thrive in a continuous improvement environment
Ability to continuously improve and update knowledge and expertise in Category and Supply Chain Management Familiarity with SAP null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.