Category Manager - Filtration

Job Title: Category Manager – Filtration
Location: Lakewood, CO (local candidates preferred; remote candidates considered)
Hours/Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00AM–5:00PM MST
Compensation: $125,200 – $170,000 annual salary + 10% bonus
Type: Direct Hire

Overview
A global medical technology manufacturer is seeking a high-potential Category Manager – Filtration to support a supply chain transformation initiative.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term category strategies for filtration supporting global manufacturing
• Maintain and optimize long term relationships with existing supplier base
• Prepare and execute RFx events; analyze proposals and lead cross-functional supplier selections
• Plan and execute supplier negotiations covering pricing, capacity, and commercial terms
• Drive alternate sourcing, supplier consolidation, and localization initiatives
• Perform cost modeling and pricing analysis to support margin improvement
• Develop business cases and ROI models to support cost savings initiatives
• Improve category performance metrics including lead times, MOQs, inventory turns, and payment terms
• Negotiate supplier T&Cs including VMI, safety stock, inventory liability, and delivery terms
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Quality Engineering, and customer-facing teams to align sourcing strategy with product and customer needs
• Build structure and processes within the plastics category during the first 90 days

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field)
• 6+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or related supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment
• Experience sourcing for the filtration category (blood filtration, membrane, sterile), and additionally the sterilization category would be a plus
• Strong analytical and cost modeling capabilities
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and data analysis tools
• Demonstrated ability to build processes and develop strategy — not simply maintain existing supplier relationships
• Self-directed, proactive problem solver comfortable operating in ambiguity
• Growth mindset with desire to move into Senior Manager-level responsibilities within 1–2 years
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Preferred:

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (medical device, pharma, food, or similar)
• MBA or advanced degree

Travel: Approximately 25%, including occasional global supplier visits and trade events

Ref: #558-Scientific

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.