Sr. Manager, Category Management (Indirect)
SymboticFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in procurement, contract management, and supplier management, preferably within a software company. A Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field is required, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong negotiation abilities. Experience running RF(x) events, managing multiple projects efficiently, and redlining commercial supplier agreements is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Gmail, and Procure to Pay systems like Coupa or Airbase is necessary. Experience managing P-card programs, negotiating with large enterprise suppliers, M&A procurement, and setting up purchase catalogs is highly desirable.
The Procurement Category and Supplier Manager will support all procurement operations, including supplier and stakeholder management, contract negotiation, and PO execution. Responsibilities include conducting supplier due diligence, evaluating and redlining contract terms with Legal, assisting with RF(x) events, and researching purchasing needs. The role involves processing purchase requests, executing POs, supporting invoice inquiries, analyzing spend data, resolving vendor performance issues, tracking cost-saving initiatives, and managing contract renewals. Additionally, the manager will develop training materials, provide training to stakeholders, and assist with procurement consolidation activities during M&A.
Patient communication solutions for healthcare providers
Weave provides patient communication solutions tailored for dental and optometry practices. Its platform includes tools for scheduling appointments, sending reminders, managing patient reviews, and enabling two-way texting and calling. This helps healthcare providers interact with patients more effectively and manage their daily tasks. Weave also offers features like virtual waiting rooms and remote communication options, which are especially useful during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company operates on a subscription-based model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee for access to its services, which vary based on practice size and needed features. By focusing on improving operational efficiency and patient satisfaction, Weave distinguishes itself from competitors in the healthcare technology market.