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Category Manager (Indirect Sourcing/Purchasing)

The Woodlands, Texas Job ID JR0132203 Category Purchasing, Marketing & Sales Post Date Jun. 23, 2025
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McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

The Category Manager will manage the sourcing and purchasing of indirect products and/or services offering the best total cost of ownership for the company.  Mainly, the focus will be on guaranteeing The Network has the highest quality products and/or services at the most cost-effective price. 

**MUST HAVE INDIRECT PRODUCT EXPERIENCE**

Key Responsibilities

Indirect Product/Service Management

  • Sources indirect products and/or services including:  Radiation & Imaging and Professional Services.
  • Consults and works with other functional areas within the Company as required.
  • Manages supplier relationships.
  • Manages indirect product and/or service specifications, supplier evaluations, and competitive bids. 
  • Negotiates contract terms and conditions as well as renewals. 
  • Communicates value of the overall program to end users.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of indirect products and/or services programs that strategically support the company and the Procurement Department.

Indirect Product/Service Analysis

  • Participates in the evaluation of new indirect products and/or services.
  • Communicates regularly with operating Management to determine needs and assesses effectiveness of national purchasing programs. 
  • Oversees resolution of on-going operational issues.
  • Works continuously to optimize the order to delivery systems between preferred suppliers and The Network. 
  • Determines the cost/benefit of centralized compared to decentralized ordering.
  • Coordinates review of invoices for indirect product/service and confirms accuracy.
  • Monitors on-time payments and rebate allocations. 
  • Validates strategic supplier costs.
  • Develops reporting standards and requirements. 
  • Coordinates & manages internal and external supplier reporting of key activities.
  • Reviews reports for accuracy and trends. 
  • Provides Director with the information necessary to make key decisions and/or approvals in a timely manner.

Minimum Requirement

Degree and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Critical Skills

  • 7+ Years of experience in Procurement or related field.
  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates a Commitment to Services Excellence, Trustworthiness and Integrity

  • Shows consistency among principles, values, ethical standards and personal behavior
  • Is trusted by peers to keep one’s word and follow through on commitments

Promote Innovation

  • Encourages and generates new ways to look at processes and problems
  • Identifies cost savings and revenue opportunities
  • Generates and champions new ideas and initiatives

Achieve Results

  • Balances time, resources and quality requirements to achieve business goals
  • Sets high standards of performance for self and others
  • Drives the achievement of agreed-upon results

Display Adaptability

  • Actively supports change initiatives 
  • Proactive in developing process changes to obtain efficiencies organizationally

Communicate Effectively

  • Conveys information clearly and concisely in written and spoken communication
  • Listens effectively and provides frequent feedback 
  • Creates environment in which team members share information openly and honestly

Collaborate with Others

  • Utilizes optimal level of collaboration with team members to achieve business goals
  • Shares credit with others for their contributions
  • Celebrates team successes

Build Productive Relationships (Internal / External)

  • Relates well to people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives
  • Maintains composure and constructive relationships even under difficult circumstances

Salary: 96,200.00 - 128,300.00 - 160,400.00 USD Annual with 15% MIP Bonus (Target Range 125K-133K)

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We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$96,200 - $160,400

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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