Laborie

Category Lead

Laborie  •  Plymouth, MN (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity.

At Laborie, we know the work we do matters – it’s what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you’re ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we’d like to meet you.

We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We’re not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values ofAspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion.

Who We’re Looking For:

As a key member of the Supply Chain team, the Category Specialist drives competitive advantage through effective category managementleveraging data-driven insights, strategic sourcing, and strong supplier partnerships to deliver cost savings, ensure supply continuity, and enable operational excellence across the organization.

About the Role:

  • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive category sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
  • Drive supplierselectionand qualification processes through RFI/RFQ activities, ensuring alignment with technical, quality, and commercial requirements.
  • Lead contract negotiations and establish OEM Supply Agreements and/or Distribution Agreements with suppliers.
  • Manage and execute supply chain initiatives focused on cost savings, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business,marketing, or a related fieldwith 5+yearspreviousexperience in category management
  • Strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, andproficiencyin data analysis tools.
  • Understanding ofmedical devices and industry regulations.
  • Willingness to flex work hours as necessary to engage with global teams and supply partners.

Why Laborie:

Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries.

  • Paid time off and paid volunteer time
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Parental Leave and Adoption Services
  • Health and Wellness Programs and Events
  • Awarded 2025 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level

Laborieprovidesequal employment opportunities and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Laborie is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.

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About Laborie

Laborie is a world-class specialist medical company that makes and advances technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We take great pride in supporting doctors, nurses, hospitals, clinics, academic institutions and patients with treatment and diagnostic innovations. Our technologies include diagnostic equipment and consumable supplies in the Urology, Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Obstetrics and Neonatology fields.

Privately owned by Patricia Industries and a part of the Investor AB network, Laborie is comprised of powerful brands that have been cultivated for more than 50 years. As a rapidly growing and scaling organization, our company values drive our day-to-day behaviors and make us ONE Laborie whenever and wherever we do business. We know that the work we do matters and we’re making a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe. This is what fuels our motivation each day.

If you’re ready to be part of a mission with meaning and a rewarding environment with opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, view our current job openings at https://www.laborie.com/about-us/careers/

Industry
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Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Year Founded
1967
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