Senior Strategic Category Manager

Job Description

Senior Strategic Category Manager

Industry : Life Sciences / Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

Location : Portsmouth, NH or Walkersville, MD (USA)

Work Model : Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic procurement initiatives across multiple sites within a global life sciences organization. The position plays a vital role in ensuring business continuity and generating value through supplier partnerships, sourcing excellence, and category management.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing key supplier relationships, ensuring the secure supply of critical materials, and driving standardization and efficiency across various locations. This role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking in a dynamic environment.

What You Will Receive

• Dynamic, agile working culture
• Inclusive and ethical workplace environment
• Compensation programs that reward high performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching and retirement options
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid time off and employee assistance programs
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• Salary range (state-required disclosure) : $93,000 – $143,000
• (Offers depend on experience, location, performance, and internal equity)

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