Global Category Manager CAPEX (Construction & ManufacturingProcess Equipment)
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
Develop and execute global sourcing and procurement strategies for capital investments with a primary focus on construction and MedTech and Pharma manufacturing and process equipment representing a combined annual spend of $340M. Drive endtoend category strategy supplier selection and contract negotiations to secure optimal commercial terms while ensuring alignment with internal stakeholder needs. Leverage deep market insight industry trends and risk mitigation strategies to inform decisionmaking and support continuous improvement across sourcing processes. Build and maintain strong partnerships with key business stakeholders to ensure current and future operational and strategic requirements are met. Provide leadership to a small highperforming team delivering coaching mentorship and performance management to cultivate capability development and excellence.GE HealthCare (GEHC) 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.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing and category management strategies aligned with global and regional business objectives.
Lead crossfunctional collaboration with property teams EHS manufacturing AME engineering quality and core business stakeholders to ensure aligned decisionmaking and seamless project execution.
Manage supplier relationships negotiate contracts and ensure suppliers meet all quality regulatory and compliance requirements.
Conduct market and industry research benchmarking and competitive analysis to support informed sourcing decisions.
Drive initiatives focused on cost optimization risk mitigation operational continuity and sustainability.
Lead or support supplier transitions audits capability assessments and performance evaluations.
Monitor category performance metrics and implement continuous improvement strategies.
Ensure adherence to internal policies quality systems governance frameworks and legal requirements.
Provide leadership coaching and mentorship to team members or direct reports to support capability development and high performance.
Support and contribute to global and regional sourcing programs transformation initiatives and strategic projects.
Required Qualifications
Extensive experience in Sourcing or Category Management with a knowledge base equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited university
Proven track record in Indirect Sourcing including capital equipment services or related categories.
Proven experience leading global sourcing and category management activities including strategy development supplier selection and execution across multiple regions.
Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation including SOWs pricing structures commercial terms and supplier agreements that deliver optimal outcomes.
Demonstrated peopleleadership experience including managing developing and coaching direct reports or project teams to achieve high performance.
Strong ability to operate effectively in a matrixed organization leveraging analytics and insights to build business cases influence senior leadership and drive change.
Proficiency in developing complex RFx packages shouldcost models scorecards and award criteria.
Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills with strong analytical and problemsolving capabilities.
Proven project management skills and the ability to document plan execute and communicate programs effectively.
High level of adaptability urgency and integrity with the ability to perform in a dynamic fastpaced environment.
Strong technical proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Fluency in English with other languages a plus.
Ability to travel and engage with global stakeholders outside typical business hours when necessary.
Desired Characteristics
Subjectmatter expertise in CAPEX facilities construction architecture engineering manufacturing and process equipment ideally in an FDA regulated Med-Tech and/or Pharma environment
Strong leadership influencing and stakeholdermanagement capabilities.
Experience working in diverse multicultural environments with an appreciation for crosscultural nuances.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within crossfunctional teams building strong and trusting partnerships.
Ability to establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance compliance and operational continuity.
Exceptional strategic thinking problemsolving and criticalanalysis skills.
Experience assessing and mitigating global supply chain risks.
Lean/Six Sigma certification or experience with processimprovement methodologies.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering highquality results under pressure.
Proficiency with sourcing systems procurement tools and digital platforms.
Willingness to travel up to 25% as required.
Inclusion and Diversity
GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Behaviors
We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus and drive ownership always with unyielding integrity.
Total Rewards
Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything youd expect from an organization with global strength and scale and youll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care collaboration and support.
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Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
GE HealthCare provides digital infrastructure, data analytics & decision support tools helps in diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of patients