Careers that Change LivesAt Medtronic, we not only get the opportunity to manage indirect categories for the largest medical device company in the world, but we also get to experience the immense sense of purpose that comes from knowing that the money we save is reinvested into technology that helps alleviate pain, restore health, and extend lives of millions of patients across the world. The work we do supports the Medtronic Mission and it matters. In this role, you will be a key member of Medtronic's center-led Indirect Supply Management (ISM) team and will report to the Director of Corporate Services. This is a global category role that provides the opportunity to identify and execute value-driven strategies across many functions, regions, and businesses. These strategies will leverage Medtronic's global scale to drive year-over-year value within the Travel and Fleet categories. In this role, you will partner with both functional and strategic teams to develop and implement pan-Medtronic category strategies across the globe.The opportunities to create value across this ~$500M category are limitless, and we are seeking a candidate who thrives on building new opportunities every day to learn and make a difference. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of quickly building and leveraging relationships in a matrixed environment, working collaboratively to ensure team performance, and successfully influencing a variety of stakeholders at all levels.Medtronic is intensely focused on creating a workplace environment which reflects our standing as the world's top medical device company. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the patients we serve and an unrelenting desire to improve our business.We believe that when people from different cultures, genders, and points of view come together, innovation is the result —and everyone wins. Medtronic walks the walk, creating an inclusive culture where you can thrive.To learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at Medtronic Click HereA Day in the LifeResponsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.As the Sr. Sourcing Category Manager, Travel and Fleet, you will:Identify strategies across the entire Travel & Fleet portfolio that utilize multiple levers to drive sustainable and incremental valueLead your team to utilize global Travel & Fleet policies and data to drive enhanced spend managementLead team of SMEs to identify and efficiently execute projects that deliver valueCoach employees at varying skill levels to develop advanced sourcing skillsBuild strategic relationships with internal stakeholders/leadership and critical suppliersEngage and influence multiple stakeholders to adopt and implement strategies developed by the category team; Medtronic is a highly matrixed organization and having the ability to influence and leverage the matrix is a key requirementDevelop and implement sourcing strategies that result in a sustainable competitive advantageDemonstrate Market Intelligence and share trends to ensure Medtronic is at the forefront of the Travel & Fleet spaceLead your team to perform RF(x) events and/or contract negotiations to drive competitive pressure and ensure maximum value is realizedPartner closely with key functions that support supply management (e.g., legal, finance, quality/compliance)Lead supplier relationship management for your categoriesRecommend solutions to business problems and/or identify opportunities for improvement, and present ideas to leadershipEducate on key indirect supply management initiatives and policiesDevelop robust data gathering and data quality maintenance protocols to ensure spending transparency and support the development of a baseline for sourcing cost reduction effortsIdentify insourcing and outsourcing opportunitiesEstablish and support a work environment of continuous improvementMust Have: Minimum RequirementsBachelors degree requiredMinimum of 7 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experienceNice to HaveDemonstrated experience in building and executing successful strategies in the Travel and Fleet categoriesAbility to influence teams and external suppliers to deliver results Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BIDemonstrated leadership, problem-solving, communication, negotiation, tact, judgment, and organizational skillsDemonstrated strength in analytical skillsGlobal Category Management experience (Strategy Development and Execution in accordance to Strategic Sourcing methodology)Ability to partner with and influence internal stakeholdersStrong program management skillsSolid business and legal acumen with a high attention to detailPositive and energetic team player with strong cross-functional team experienceAbout MedtronicTogether, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.Physical Job RequirementsThe physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager, recruiter or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here. This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here. The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.
