Category Manager Direct Precision Materials

J&J FAMILY OF COMPANIES

Danvers, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $127,500 to $171,000; bonus/equity: annual p...
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Category sourcing strategy development
Supplier evaluations and negotiations
Spend analysis and cost management
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Category Manager for Direct Precision Materials in Danvers, MA. The role focuses on category management, supplier partnerships, and procurement strategies to support the company's healthcare innovation efforts

Job Summary

  • Johnson & Johnson empowers healthcare innovation to prevent, treat, and cure complex diseases through expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech.
  • The Category Manager will lead sourcing initiatives, develop supplier partnerships, and manage contracts to support business growth and new product development.
  • The position offers competitive compensation including base salary, performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, and up to 30% international travel.

Matching Summary

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Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Category Manager for Direct Precision Materials in Danvers, MA. The role focuses on category management, supplier partnerships, and procurement strategies to support the company's healthcare innovation efforts.

Salary

Base: $127,500 to $171,000; Bonus/Equity: Annual performance bonus discretionary; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Category sourcing strategy development
  • Supplier evaluations and negotiations
  • Spend analysis and cost management
  • Supplier performance and risk management
  • Contract creation and compliance
  • Cross-regional market understanding
  • Procurement project leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement and lean six sigma
  • Experience with SAP or ERP systems
  • Medical device industry experience
  • Multi-country and multi-sector experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Supplier enabled innovation
  • Willingness to travel internationally

Key Requirements

  • 5-8 years procurement experience
  • BSc in Operations, Supply Chain or Engineering
  • MSc preferred
  • Understanding of metals, ceramics, plastics, packaging, chemicals
  • Experience in medical devices preferred
  • Continuous improvement black belt preferred
  • Willingness to travel up to 30%

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