Category Lead Americas- Nashville

Philips

Nashville, United States
Base: $154,000 to $246,000; bonus/equity: annual i...
On-site
Manage supplier relationships and performance
Develop sourcing strategies
Lead program management for initiatives
Transform global Category strategies into a Sourcing Strategy on a regional and/or global level to deliver sustainable value and competitive differentiation for Philips

Job Summary

  • Transform global Category strategies into a Sourcing Strategy on a regional and/or global level to deliver sustainable value and competitive differentiation for Philips.
  • Manage supplier relationships, performance, and contracts by setting clear targets and conducting regular business review meetings with key suppliers.
  • Plan and implement supply base optimization strategies, including developing negotiation roadmaps with suppliers using advanced methodologies such as game theory and scalable e-sourcing tools.

Matching Summary

Transform global Category strategies into a Sourcing Strategy on a regional and/or global level to deliver sustainable value and competitive differentiation for Philips.

Salary

Base: $154,000 to $246,000; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered; Benefits: Generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage supplier relationships and performance
  • Develop sourcing strategies
  • Lead program management for initiatives
  • Implement supply base optimization
  • Negotiate with suppliers using advanced methodologies

Nice-to-have

  • Deliver sustainable value and competitive differentiation
  • Guide and standardize supplier management practices
  • Self-driven professional with strong stakeholder management

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain Management
  • Proven expertise in strategic sourcing within logistics categories
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent
  • US work authorization required

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