Category Manager

Position Summary:

The Category Manager has an important role in Carestream Health’s Strategic Procurement Initiatives and is part of the Global Procurement Organization. The Category Manager is considered an intermediate / developing level position with commensurate roles, responsibilities, accountability, and authority as outlined in the Job Architecture Career Track. The Category Manager will partner with senior team members and internal clients to analyze & rationalize materials, technology, and professional service deals. This includes awareness and compliance with company policies and procedures, use of spend, savings and other efficiency related tools, and data-driven decision making.

Location: 1049 W. Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14615. Hybrid onsite Monday, Wednesday and Thursday with the possibility of working remotely Tuesday and Friday weekly after training.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or properly authorized to work in the USA indefinitely.
• Applicant must be located in the great Rochester, New York area.

Position Responsibilities:

Commodity and/or Category: (35%)

Will be responsible for one or more of “Direct” commodity categories. Direct commodity categories including but not limited to Packaging Materials, Mechanical, Electrical, Sensors, Optical, Substrates, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), and Contract Manufacturing.

Support internal Global Procurement projects & improvement programs as assigned.

Strategic Sourcing: (35%)

Proactively identify, manage, and resolve supplier-related issues, including but not limited to delivery delays, material shortages, supply constraints, parts obsolescence (EOL), production interruptions, quality non-conformances, invoice and payment disputes, capacity limitations, and logistics disruptions. Lead cross-functional escalation efforts with suppliers and internal stakeholders to minimize business impact, ensure continuity of supply, and support customer commitments. Additional details will be provided to those selected to interview.

Client & Vendor Relationships: (15%)

The Category Manager will work with clients to be the primary point of contact for internal clients & external suppliers as related to their assigned commodity categories.

Translate client requirements into actionable sourcing plans and integrate procurement strategies with internal client objectives. For the Direct Procurement roles, demonstrate the aptitude to understand blueprints and/or materials & chemical nomenclature.

Analytical: (15%)

Required Skills & Education:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or properly authorized to work in the USA indefinitely.
• Applicant must be located in the great Rochester, New York area.
• Strong technical background in electronics, electrical circuits, and electronic components. These commodities are often critical to supply continuity and frequently become supply-constrained items, making technical knowledge especially valuable for effective supplier management and risk mitigation.

• Must read, write & speak English.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Mgmt., Business, IT, Finance, or related field.

• Typically requires 2+ years of previous related professional experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively.
• Effective personal computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Shared Drives, Internet, etc.
• Innovative and results oriented with a high degree of professional and ethical behavior.

Desired Skills:

Second language skills.

MBA or other Masters.

Professional Certifications.

Lean Six Sigma Belt Certification.

Familiarity with ISO 9001 & 13485.

Familiarity in a medical device manufacturing environment (or similar highly regulated industry).

Familiarity with Federal Drug Administration (FDA) Supplier & Sourcing Controls.

Experience utilizing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. SAP preferred.

Work Environment:

Traditional Hybrid 8-5 Office with potential travel up to 10% is possible.

• Applicant must be located in the great Rochester, New York area.