Category Manager

Administrative Office Ran 5955 Rand Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34238, USA Empath Health is seeking a Category Manager . The Category Manager drives strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and cost optimization for medical/non-medical supplies and services. Ensure vendor compliance and partner with stakeholders to enhance total cost of ownership and supply chain efficiency. What You’ll Do Own and execute end-to-end category strategies, including leading strategic sourcing events, aligning initiatives to long-term objectives, governing implementation and adoption, measuring performance, and driving continuous improvement across cost, service, risk and value. Design, implement, and continuously enhance buying programs and preferred supplier frameworks to aggregate purchasing power, standardize materials and suppliers, improve service levels, and strengthen accountability across the organization. Serve as the primary point of accountability for assigned categories by partnering with internal and external stakeholders to define requirements, influence demand and standards, manage expectations, and foster collaborative, performance-driven supplier relationships. Contribute to the broader evolution and reputation of the Procurement function by promoting disciplined spend management, operation excellence, and cross-functional collaboration. Negotiate and review NDA’s, Contracts and Agreements with key Suppliers. Why Join Empath Health? Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded. Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body. Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life. Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities. Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All. What You'll Need Bachelor’s degree in business management, supply chain, or health care administration. 3-7 years in procurement, sourcing, or category management. Strong understanding of category management principles, developing multi-year category strategies, and translating insights into measurable business outcomes. Ability to negotiate with vendors and influence internal stakeholders. Proficient in data analysis to identify trends and opportunities. Lead RFPs, RFQs, supplier negotiations and contract negotiations for specific categories. Manage relationships with GPO’s (Group Purchasing Organizations) and suppliers to ensure contract compliance and optimal pricing. What You'll Find at Empath Health Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life. At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr