Category Lead - Information Technology

Requisition ID:  32163  

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Consider joining our team and unlock your potential. 

Execute and implement effective procurement and sourcing strategies for Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies’ (TBCT) Indirect Procurement IT category, representing approximately $28M in spend. The category may include specified areas of IT services, peripherals, hardware, software, telecom, and other categories as assigned. Develop short-term and long-term strategies that align with the Company goals for reducing costs and meeting financial expectations. Continuously improve the Company’s purchasing practices by identifying and leading efforts to proactively consolidate category spend, manage supplier performance, mitigate risk, gain visibility to total spend and reduce cost. Perform spend analysis, market & supplier assessments to ensure best in class strategic sourcing strategies and category spend management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate deep knowledge of the Technology category and ability to translate that knowledge into useable outcomes for TBCT. Be a value-add advisor for the Technology team.
• Ability to develop a well-documented Technology strategic sourcing plan from start to finish, including the development of RFIs and RFPs, collection of business requirement, supplier communication, criteria selection, and supplier negotiations in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to execute sourcing strategies that support business objectives and improves supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, and enhances service levels, while reducing risk. 
• Maintain a pipeline of key initiatives to drive savings opportunities.
• Actively seeks ways to streamline business processes and adds value by providing research and information on industry trends and best practices.
• Develop negotiation strategies, gains alignment from stakeholders, lead cross-functional category-based negotiation teams, and implement appropriate supplier risk analysis. Directly negotiate with suppliers.
• Use spend information/data and business knowledge to identify sourcing projects for individual sub-categories and develops an overall plan.
• Manage category performance by adhering to internal savings goals and reviewing financial spend.
• Ability to forge close working relationships throughout the company at all levels.
• Drive supplier performance improvements.
• Prepare business cases, including ROI models and effectively presents cost savings proposals to appropriate parties for approval and qualification.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal and financial requirements (e.g., JSOX), and supplier quality reviews. 
• Act as consultant to internal partners in the overall procurement process, i.e., strategic sourcing, negotiations, contracting, procurement operations, approvals, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s degree or, equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Experience

Minimum 8 years’ experience in similar role or related expertise.

Skills

• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, leadership, problem-solving and organizational skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to consistently work through multiple issues by capitalizing on available resources and prioritizing accordingly.
• Demonstrated use of comprehensive analytical skills to determine alternatives and present recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to thrive in a continuous improvement environment.
• Ability to continuously improve and update knowledge and expertise in Category and Supply Chain Management.

TRAVEL

Willing to travel, if required.

LOCATION

Lakewood, Colorado strongly preferred. Open to remote for the right candidate. 

-Or-

An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or other relevant sourcing/procurement certification.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The physical demands described here 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.

In the typical office environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

Target Pay Range:  $96,600.00 to $120,800.00  -  Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base:  10.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  • Respect – Appreciative of others
  • Integrity – Guided by our mission
  • Care – Empathetic to patients
  • Quality – Committed to excellence
  • Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.