Procurement Category Manager

Overview

At DaVita, we find that our best leaders create an inspiring vision for the future and empower their team achieve success. They tackle difficult problems through collaborative, team efforts and take ownership of results, instilling accountability in those they lead. We are looking for a Procurement Category Manager to oversee large global categories, typically >$25M spend, from strategy development to execution.

The category manager focuses on medical/surgical supply spend and associated distribution partnerships, including PPE, tape, gauze, dressings, needles/syringes, and distribution for dialysis and surgical supplies. Expected outcomes include yearly savings targets of $1.0 to $3.5M, creative commercial outcomes with favorable terms, interdepartmental collaboration, and supplier performance management.

• Develop extensive market knowledge and deep understanding of assigned spend areas.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to extract key themes, determine root causes, develop creative solutions, and craft concise messages.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to understand demand and supplier trends; build effective relationships and influence peers.
• Manage supplier relationships, including supplier performance KPIs, capability development, cost and quality improvements.
• Identify and document supplier risk items; develop mitigation strategies and plans.
• Monitor compliance with DaVita’s product formularies and ensure contract terms are met.
• Balance multiple tasks and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of SC/Procurement experience, or an MBA focused on contract analysis and negotiation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience leading and executing RFPs and competitive bidding processes.
• Strong computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word; experience with Tableau is valued.
• Personal values aligned with DaVita’s Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment & Fun.

• CPSM or equivalent Supply Chain certification is a plus.

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out.
• Family resources, EAP counseling, access to Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave.
• Professional development programs and on-demand virtual leadership courses.

DaVita is an equal opportunity workplace and complies with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.