Category Manager - Marketing & Commercial

Category Manager - Marketing & Commercial
Location: NC-RTP, US

Contract Type: Regular Full-Time

Area: PROCUREMENT

Position Overview
We are seeking a

Global Category Manager – Marketing & Commercial

to develop and implement sub‑category strategies within assigned areas of spend. This role serves as a strategic partner to business stakeholders, helping identify opportunities and drive value across key categories.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement multiple sub‑category strategies

Partner with internal stakeholders as a trusted procurement advisor

Ensure delivery of tactical and operational procurement objectives

Monitor category performance and report progress to the Category Leader

Identify and resolve operational challenges in a timely manner

Manage category spend and track financial performance/benefits

Foster a collaborative, high‑performing team environment

Lead supplier engagement, including negotiations and process improvements

Functions & Core Activities

Drive category management discipline across assigned areas

Develop and execute initiatives such as savings programs, RFPs, supplier rationalization, and contract renegotiations

Performance Management

Track, analyze, and report on category performance metrics

Operational Excellence

Quickly identify and resolve business and supplier‑related issues

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency

Build and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations

Monitor and influence category spend to achieve cost optimization

Team Development

Support training and development initiatives within the team

Qualifications & Experience
To be successful in this role, candidates should meet the following requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred)

5+ years of experience in category management, procurement, or marketing‑related sourcing

Strong organizational and leadership capabilities

Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills

Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

What We Offer
At Grifols, we recognize that our employees are one of our greatest assets. We are committed to creating an environment that supports professional development and career growth.

Hybrid work model (Flexibility for U Program)

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6‑8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Frequently walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25 lbs. Frequently drives to site locations and frequently travels within the United States. Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

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