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Job description
Category Manager
Direct Hire
Pay Range
$145,000.00/yr – $155,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Option 1 Staffing Services, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
About the Role
Option 1 Staffing is excited to partner with one of the nation’s Top 10 Hospitals to recruit a high‑performing Category Manager ready to make a real impact. In this influential role, you’ll own and drive category strategy, expand contract coverage, and champion enterprise‑wide compliance. You’ll oversee a portfolio of medical supplies, non‑medical supplies, and critical purchasing services, delivering best‑in‑class value and optimizing Total Cost of Ownership. This is a rare opportunity to shape major supply chain decisions, collaborate with top‑tier leaders, and elevate performance at a nationally recognized, world‑class healthcare organization.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary daily liaison for the Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and key supplier partners, ensuring consistent communication and issue resolution
Evaluate financial, contractual, and operational data to identify opportunities for standardization and improvement, and maintain documentation to support Category Management activities across all initiative stages
Partner with operational leaders to negotiate product, category, and service agreements that drive optimal pricing and contract terms
Track and assess contract utilization, supply chain system performance, purchasing patterns, and value‑based outcomes to ensure targets are met
Promote organizational policy compliance by educating hospital departments and coordinating efforts with Finance, Compliance, Legal, and Risk Management teams
Provide strategic recommendations to sourcing leadership and help develop or implement process enhancements to strengthen overall supply chain performance
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience in healthcare sourcing, value analysis, procurement, or category management within a clinical environment
Proven experience evaluating, selecting, and onboarding service providers in areas such as Human Resources, Marketing, and Consulting
Benefits
Medical Insurance
401(k) Plan
Competitive salary within the $145,000 – $155,000 range, commensurate with experience
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Supply Chain and Management
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care; Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
If this role piques your interest, apply now and we’ll dive into the details with you.
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Worksite address
palo alto, CA, 94306, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.