Senior Category Manager, Indirect Procurement (Remote/Flexible) at Insulet in Acton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

Job Title: Senior Category Manager, Indirect Procurement

Department: Indirect Procurement

FLSA Status: Exempt

Insulet Corporation is an innovative medical device company with the mission of improving the lives of people with diabetes through our revolutionary Omnipod Insulin Management System.

Position Overview: Global Procurement is responsible for the development and execution of sourcing strategies to assure supply and achieve best value for Insulet. It includes job category and commodity management strategies with goals of achieving significant cost reductions, improving product quality, and improving supplier service levels, while guaranteeing material and service supply to a fast-growing business. The position could involve working closely with stakeholders across the business, in a range of categories including Marketing, IT (hardware, software and services) , Facilities, HR and R&D. This position will develop sourcing strategies to achieve business objectives and work with suppliers to execute these strategies. The ideal candidate should have a past experience within the IT space, however we are not limiting the experience to this area as the position may evolve over time.

The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and strategies, identify appropriate suppliers, coordinate RFP/RFQ processes and bid reviews, and manage through award and execution, including contracting and contract amendments, achieving new pricing agreements, and serving as the single point of contact for providing suppliers with direction and feedback.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with stakeholders that need to procure outside goods and services to plan their annual spend.

• Develop Insulet-wide and department-focused strategies to identify and procure high-value outside services.

• Lead RFP/RFQ processes and subsequent selection processes and negotiations for complex services.

• Develop standard and customized RFP/RFQ processes that drive optimal supplier selection and value from the process.

• Lead contract and pricing negotiations with suppliers.

• Lead the cross functional team that engages with suppliers on issues and continuous improvement.

• Identify, create and manage relationships with key internal stakeholders.

• Performs other duties as required.

Education Requirements and Previous Experience:

• Bachelor's degree


• 10+ years of related Procurement and strategic sourcing experience.


• Demonstrated purchasing expertise and knowledge in indirect sourcing categories


• Experience using SAP, MS Office, SharePoint, eProcurement and eSourcing systems/tools.

Previous experience and Skills:

• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field preferred; MBA preferred and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Professional certification (C.P.M., CPSM)


• Flexible, experienced negotiator, with the ability to see the picture clearly from both sides and select the approach best suited to the situation at hand.


• Ability to quickly understand the business requirements and translate these into sourcing strategies that deliver business requirements while achieving cost saving targets.


• Team player who seeks and values diverse input to hone ideas, but who also has the experience to develop strong starting proposals.


• Appreciates the value of timelines and enjoys working in the focused environment that they create.


• Values giving and receiving candid feedback.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.


• Experience leading multicultural teams in a global, fast-paced environment preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 20% domestic and international travel as needed

NOTE: This position is eligible for 100% remote working arrangements (may work from home/virtually 100%; may also work hybrid on-site/virtual as desired). #LI-Remote

Additional Information:
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $115,900.00 - $174,100.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in the primary work location in the US. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Acquisition Specialist can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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