Global Category Manager - Logistics, Warehousing & Transportation (Remote)
ICU Medical · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Develop and execute logistics sourcing strategies.
- Drive cost optimization and service quality.
- Manage supplier performance and relationships.
- Ensure supply continuity and risk mitigation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
About the role
Global Category Manager - Logistics, Warehousing & Transportation
Position Summary
The Category Manager – Logistics, Warehousing & Transportation is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies across logistics subcategories including freight (inbound/outbound), warehousing, distribution, and 3PL services. This role will drive cost optimization, service quality improvements, and supplier innovation while ensuring continuity of supply and alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong procurement expertise across transportation and logistics services, combined with data-driven decision-making, supplier relationship management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and implement category strategies for logistics, warehousing, and transportation services, including identifying needs, project planning, collecting internal and external data, performing strategic analysis and identifying opportunities, formulating procurement strategies, and developing implementation plans.
- Form, lead, and facilitate cross-functional teams as applicable to execute the procurement process and plans; enable supplier selection and decision process; lead/facilitate contract development, negotiation and execution process.
- Establish should-cost models and benchmark rates across carriers and logistics providers.
- Manage strategy alignment, long term security of supply, supplier performance, and establish preferred supply base.
- Ensure optimal supplier pricing, supply responsiveness, quality, and contractual compliance.
- Develop appropriate risk management strategies which anticipate and address an extensive range of risk scenarios to assure supply of ICU Medical’s requirements.
- Maintain industry intelligence on technology trends, sourcing options, and competitive pricing.
- Measure and report on commodity performance objectives, monitor supplier performance, conduct periodic business reviews, and initiate corrective action when necessary.
- Review, negotiate, and maintain Supplier Agreements and supporting documentation.
- Benchmark prices and pricing information to ensure that the company is receiving the most cost-effective, highest quality products.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to support the sourcing process.
- Coordinate with other functions and impacted stakeholders to assure timely implementation and compliance with the agreed to sourcing strategies.
- Work on special assignments as they arise.
Knowledge & Skills
- Comprehensive understanding of logistics, warehousing, and transportation services.
- Demonstrated leadership including the ability to develop a vision, strategies, and tactics that will lead the organization to stated goals and objectives.
- Strong negotiating, project management, problem solving, relationship management and decision-making skills are essential.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal interactions skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Superior data management skills utilizing Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to multitask, work in a demanding environment, and meet deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) required; Master of Science or MBA preferred.
- 8-10 years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience in a global or multi-site manufacturing environment.
- Commercial experience in indirect sourcing and/or facility services sourcing.
- Commercial experience in an outsourcing environment.
- Experience negotiating commercial contract terms and partnering with Legal business partners.
- Experience negotiating and managing high dollar contracts.
- Management of large spend portfolios sourced on a global scale.
- Experience managing multi-functional, cross-site teams.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-site activities, benchmarking, periodic meetings, and training as needed.
- Proven ability to successfully introduce change in a center-led management model.
- Experience working with large ERP systems; Oracle preferred.
- Project management experience.
Work Environment
This is largely a sedentary role. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time.
About Us
ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges. With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings. We're Ready To Bring You Consistent Quality, Innovation, And Value In More Areas Than Ever. Our Focus Allows Us To Bring You:
- Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization.
- The industry’s broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs.
- IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company.
- Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities.
This role is based remotely; the incumbent may be remote in any state other than Colorado; California; Connecticut; Montana, Maine or New York.
ICU Medical EEO Statement
ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates. ICU Medical EEO Policy Statement Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster ICU Medical CCPA Notice to Job Applicants
Key skills/competency
- Category Management
- Logistics Strategy
- Transportation Management
- Warehousing Solutions
- Procurement Expertise
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Data Analysis
- Negotiation Skills
- Risk Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Global Category Manager
- Logistics
- Warehousing
- Transportation
- Procurement
- Sourcing
- Supply Chain
- Category Management
- Remote
- ICU Medical
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your logistics, transportation, and warehousing procurement experience, emphasizing global and multi-site manufacturing environments.
- Showcase your skills: Quantify achievements in cost savings, service improvements, and contract negotiation for high-dollar, global contracts.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of leading cross-functional teams and implementing change in a center-led management model.
- Research ICU Medical: Understand their market leadership and commitment to quality, innovation, and value in IV therapy.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your strategic analysis, supplier management, and risk mitigation approaches in logistics procurement.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What specific logistics subcategories does the Global Category Manager role at ICU Medical focus on?
- The Global Category Manager at ICU Medical focuses on developing and executing sourcing strategies for key logistics subcategories including freight (inbound and outbound), warehousing, distribution, and third-party logistics (3PL) services.
- What qualifications are essential for the Global Category Manager position at ICU Medical?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience), 8-10 years of relevant professional experience, and comprehensive knowledge of logistics, warehousing, and transportation services. Strong negotiation, project management, and relationship management skills are also crucial.
- Is the Global Category Manager role at ICU Medical remote, and are there any location restrictions?
- Yes, this role is remote. However, the incumbent must be located in any state other than Colorado, California, Connecticut, Montana, Maine, or New York.
- What kind of data analysis skills are expected for this role at ICU Medical?
- Superior data management skills, particularly utilizing Microsoft Excel for analysis and establishing should-cost models and benchmark rates, are expected for this role.
- How does ICU Medical ensure continuity of supply and manage supplier performance?
- ICU Medical ensures continuity of supply through strategic alignment, long-term security of supply management, and robust risk management strategies. Supplier performance is monitored through periodic business reviews, corrective actions, and ensuring optimal pricing, responsiveness, and quality.
- What is the expected travel percentage for the Global Category Manager role?
- The role typically requires travel less than 5% of the time, indicating a largely sedentary and remote work environment.
- What ERP systems experience is preferred for this Global Category Manager position?
- Experience working with large ERP systems is required, with a preference for Oracle systems for this role at ICU Medical.
- Can a candidate with a Master's degree apply for the Global Category Manager role?
- Yes, while a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) is required, a Master of Science or MBA is preferred for the Global Category Manager position at ICU Medical.