Category Manager - Corporate Services

November 6

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Banfield Pet Hospital

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Veterinary Medicine • pets • pet healthcare • small animal healthcare • veterinary research

10,000+ employees

Founded 1955

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

🧘 Wellness

Description

• The Category Manager, Indirect Sourcing position exists to optimize value and performance within critical services categories that support the daily operation of the business by managing supplier relationships and developing effective sourcing strategies. • This role ensures the organization maintains a consistent supply of quality goods and services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to align sourcing efforts with broader business objectives in the MVH business units. • Lives and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. • Aligns with our Mars Petcare Purpose of A Better World for Pets. • Develop and implement long-term category strategies to optimize market share, revenue, and profitability using MSSM (Mars Strategic Sourcing Methodology). • Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to understand customer needs, competitive landscape, and emerging trends in veterinary health. • Set category-specific goals aligned with the company’s overall business objectives and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, veterinary science, animal health, or related field. • An MBA or advanced degree is a plus. • 5+ years of experience in category management, product management, or a related field, preferably in the veterinary health, animal health, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry. • Strong understanding of the least one or more of the following sourcing categories: IT, Facilities, Legal, Marketing, Corporate Affairs, HR and/or Consultants. • Proven track record of managing a product portfolio and driving category growth. • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions. • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners. • Experience in financial management, including P&L responsibility. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) software. • Experience managing and developing a team of high performing professionals. • Health care background (veterinary or human healthcare, pharmaceutical, etc.) is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with paid time off & holidays so you can spend time with the people you love. • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your loved ones. • Fertility and family-building assistance. • Paid Parental leave. • Practice Paid Basic Life Insurance. • Practice Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability. • Competitive referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid. • Automatic enrollment 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment with generous company match. • Commuter Benefits. • Legal Plan. • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account. • Mental health support and resources. • Paid Volunteering. • Optimum Wellness Plans® for up to three pets. • Continuing Education allowance & MED hours for eligible positions. • Student Debt Relief (for full-time DVMs). • A Variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, Royal Canin, fitness, cellular and so much more.