Össur

Global Category Manager – Direct Materials

Össur

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Reykjavík • Iceland

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About the role

  • Secure Firm and Sustainable Supply: Stable and secured supply from our vendors is paramount to our operational success and customer satisfaction.
  • Master the numbers: Analyze spending patterns to uncover hidden savings opportunities.
  • Build relationships: Collaborate with teams across the business to drive success.
  • Be the dealmaker: Negotiate like a pro, securing the best deals for Embla Medical.
  • Think big: Develop and execute category strategies that align with our overall business goals.
  • Strategic Partnership: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage data analytics to inform decision-making and measure performance.
  • Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through rigorous spend analysis, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
  • Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and manage supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity.
  • Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of industry trends and market dynamics to anticipate opportunities and challenges.
  • Contract Management: Ensure successful contract closing in category management to secure critical terms and drive strategic supplier relationships.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement management.
  • Proven ability to lead end-to-end sourcing activities: spend/category analysis, RFQ/RFP execution, supplier evaluation, and contract implementation.
  • Solid commercial and financial acumen: total cost of ownership (TCO), cost breakdowns/price modeling, and business case development.
  • Proficiency with Excel and data analysis.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong project management skills to deliver cross-functional initiatives on time and on budget.
  • A passion for driving continuous improvement and achieving business outcomes.
  • Fluent in English, written and verbal.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
procurement managementspend analysiscategory managementRFQ executionRFP executionsupplier evaluationcontract implementationdata analysiscost optimizationfinancial acumen
Soft skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillsproject managementcollaborationnegotiationstrategic thinkingrelationship buildingcontinuous improvementdata-driven decision makingrisk management