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Sourcing Category Manager
Medline Industries, LPSourcing 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
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing direct spend categories, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers, and analyzing cost inputs to optimize sourcing strategies. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and lead category strategies while maintaining supplier relationships.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Sourcing ExperienceNegotiation SkillsSupplier Relationship ManagementData AnalysisCategory Strategy Leadership
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Cost OptimizationNegotiation TacticsData ReportingCategory ManagementSpend Analysis
Soft Skills
CollaborationStrategic InsightCross-Time Zone Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Industry Keywords
Supply Chain ManagementVendor NegotiationRisk ReductionCost Management
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