Category Manager – Professional Services Procurement

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🕒 April 15

🇺🇸 United States – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🛒 Procurement

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Clario

WebsiteLinkedInAll Job Openings

5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1973

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

🧬 Biotechnology

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

💰 Private Equity Round on 2019-10

Healthcare Insurance • Biotechnology • Artificial Intelligence

Clario is a company specializing in accelerating clinical trials from initiation to implementation through advanced technologies and services. Since 2018, Clario has revolutionized endpoint analyses in clinical trials by integrating over 30 artificial intelligence-enabled solutions across more than 600 active trials, enhancing data quality and patient privacy while expediting data collection processes. Clario provides a comprehensive clinical trial management platform, offering solutions such as eCOA, cardiac safety, medical imaging, precision motion, and respiratory services in various therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, and neurology. Known for its global reach, Clario supports clinical trials in over 100 countries with a strong focus on decentralized and hybrid trial models. The company's commitment to patient safety and innovation is reflected in their over 26,000 trials and involvement in numerous new drug approvals.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement category strategies for assigned professional services categories to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance. • Conduct market research and analysis to identify industry trends, risks, and sourcing opportunities. • Manage procurement activities related to Professional Services suppliers, including Translation Services, Document & Data Retention Services, HR Services, Finance Services, and Legal Services. • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including the development of RFPs and RFQs, bid evaluations, and supplier selection processes. • Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, and service agreements to ensure favorable commercial outcomes. • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. • Monitor supplier performance and address service, cost, or delivery issues when they arise. • Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and track savings generated through procurement activities. • Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and provide procurement guidance and support. • Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to ensure alignment and timely issue resolution. • Assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity. • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual standards, and regulatory requirements.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field; MBA or relevant certifications such as CPSM or CIPS preferred. • 5–7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management. • Proven experience developing and executing category strategies and managing supplier relationships. • Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor management skills. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to analyze cost structures and procurement data. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and stakeholder groups. • Experience using procurement systems or sourcing tools such as SAP, Ariba, or similar platforms. • Ability to manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to work remotely from the United States and authorized to work in the U.S.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Flexible and paid time off • Remote and hybrid work options • Employee assistance and wellness programs