Sr. Category Manager - Sterilization & Specialty Materials

Medtronic Diabetes

Base: $138,400.00 - $207,600.00 usd; bonus/equity:...
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7 years category management experience
Bachelor's degree required
Global category strategy execution
** Medtronic Diabetes is seeking a Sr. Category Manager for Sterilization & Specialty Materials, who will be responsible for leading global category strategies focused on sterilization spend. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in category management and strong skills in negotiation, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves developing and executing global category strategies for Medtronic's sterilization spend across EO, Gamma, and Radiation modalities while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.
  • The position requires leading commercial negotiations and managing supplier relationships to optimize costs and safeguard supply continuity in a highly regulated environment.
  • Medtronic offers a competitive salary range of $138,400.00 - $207,600.00 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and short-term incentives.

Matching Summary

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** Medtronic Diabetes is seeking a Sr. Category Manager for Sterilization & Specialty Materials, who will be responsible for leading global category strategies focused on sterilization spend. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in category management and strong skills in negotiation, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration. **

Salary

Base: $138,400.00 - $207,600.00 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP); Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7 years Category Management experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Global category strategy execution
  • Commercial contract negotiation
  • Supplier risk and capacity analysis
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with EO Gamma Radiation sterilization
  • Medical device manufacturing background
  • Familiarity with sterilization validations
  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills
  • Willingness to travel domestically internationally

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years Category Management experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Unrestricted US work authorization required
  • Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Excel
  • Experience partnering with Quality and Regulatory teams

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted US work authorization at time of hire

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