Sourcing Category Manager

Medline Industries, LP

Sourcing Category Manager responsible for managing costs and sourcing strategies for Medline's products. Collaborating with teams to negotiate supplier terms and optimize sourcing strategies.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeEagan • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $85,000 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage direct spend categories to drive best-cost, supply continuity, and reducing risk.
Negotiate favorable terms and volume discounts with suppliers.
Provide strategic insights on global changes impacting costs.
Develop and implement negotiation tactics to mitigate price hikes.
Analyze cost inputs to contribute to optimization efforts.
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality, and Product Management teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
At least 2-3 years of sourcing experience
Experience leading category strategies
Experience negotiating with outside vendors
Knowledge of supplier relationship management
Experience analyzing and reporting data
Ability to work across multiple time zones

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Life and disability insurance
401(k) contributions
Paid time off
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups
Employee Service Corp

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost OptimizationNegotiation TacticsData ReportingCategory ManagementSpend Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationStrategic InsightCross-Time Zone Communication

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree