ProcurementCategorySpecialist

You’re more valuable than ever – And that’s just how we’ll make you feel. **Job Summary** The Procurement Category Specialist supports the development and execution of category specific procurement strategies to optimize spending, strengthen supplier partnerships, and enhance the delivery of goods and services. This role assists in managing key spend categories by coordinating supplier activities, performing spend analysis, and supporting sourcing initiatives that align with organizational goals. **Qualifications** **Education Required** • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field **Licenses/Certifications Required** • None **Work Experience Required** • 3+ years of experience in procurement, category coordination, vendor management, or sourcing. **Preferred Qualifications** • Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CPSM, CSCP). • Analytical experience supporting supplier evaluation and spend reporting. • Experience with spend analysis and category management. • Familiarity with e-procurement platforms and tools. • Healthcare industry experience. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** • This role involves interaction and collaboration with other departments and requires excellent judgment and interpersonal skills. • Ability to balance analytical rigor with practical execution while influencing outcomes without formal authority. • Proficiency in procurement and ERP platforms such as Workday or similar systems, including requisitioning, purchase orders, supplier records, and contract documentation. • Ability to navigate procurement workflows, approval structures, and compliance requirements within enterprise systems. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret spend data, identify trends, assess cost drivers, and evaluate supplier performance. • Experience supporting category-level spend analysis, variance analysis, and total cost of ownership (TCO) considerations. • Ability to