Category Manager

Join to apply for the Category Manager role at Olympus Corporation. Working Location: MINNESOTA, BROOKLYN PARK; MASSACHUSETTS, WESTBOROUGH Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. Every day we live by our philosophy, True to Life, advancing medical technologies and elevating patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams and lives. Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose: Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy. Learn more about Life at Olympus. Job Description Category and Sourcing Management supports the development and implementation of long‑term strategies and projects for assigned categories (Plastics, Metal, Electrics/Mechanicals, OEM/CM, etc.). Responsibilities include managing tenders, negotiating price and contract terms, sustaining and NPD sourcing projects, driving cost improvement, risk mitigation, and technology adoption. The role requires deep knowledge of global and regional market trends, manufacturing processes, and collaboration with internal stakeholders and the global/regional procurement organization. Job Duties Responsible for the procurement category and sourcing management of one or more assigned categories. Lead cross‑functional partners to select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance and relationships. Collaborate and influence business partners to optimize supplier performance, drive make/buy decisions, and implement supply optimization. Perform data analysis and use financial acumen to identify scale‑leverage opportunities and deliver cost savings. Leverage global expertise in category and strategic sourcing, technical product knowledge, cost drivers, industry dynamics, and market trends. Support the development and implementation of global supply strategies to achieve best total value and quality service aligned with business objectives. Develop and drive continuous improvements in Category and Strategic Sourcing Management processes. Other essential duties as requested. Job Qualifications – Required Bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline; MBA or equivalent preferred. Minimum 5+ years’ experience managing purchasing categories and/or sourcing. Experience in the medical device, healthcare or highly regulated industry preferred. Experience with cost improvement (e.g., should‑cost analysis, global market benchmark), risk mitigation and technology involvement. Strong sustaining and NPD project and process management, managing cross‑functional teams. Contract negotiation expertise in critical terms and conditions aligned with category strategy. Supplier and stakeholder partnership experience; SRM application experience a plus. Experience leading or participating in global teams with a record of successful sustaining and NPD projects. Familiarity with manufacturing, quality and supply chain processes. Travel capability: up to 20% domestically and internationally. Job Qualifications – Preferred Strategic mindset and hands‑on approach. Ability to condense and present complex information in meaningful reports and presentations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural and global environment. Results orientation and ability to prioritize quickly. In-depth knowledge of market conditions for multiple categories. Good technical understanding. Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and MS Office. Benefits & Culture Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k) with company match. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage effective on start date. 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and free live and on‑demand wellness programs. Generous paid vacation and sick time; paid parental leave and adoption assistance. 12 paid holidays. On‑site child daycare, café and fitness center. Work‑life integrated culture with onsite, hybrid and field work options. Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs. Employee Resource Groups and dedicated training resources. Paid educational assistance (U.S. only). Applicants Requesting Accommodations Olympus is committed to inclusive hiring. Contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com or 1‑888‑659‑6787 for accommodations. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Olympus extends equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr