Global Sourcing Category Manager - Facilities & Utilities

About the Role

Develop global sourcing and procurement strategies across the Facilities and Utilities Categories, which represent approximately $206M in spend at GE Healthcare. Negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal contractual terms while ensuring internal stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage industry knowledge and market trends to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement in sourcing practices. Build relationships with critical business stakeholders to meet current and future business requirements. Lead a team of three to four individuals, providing mentorship, coaching, and performance management to foster a high-performing team environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute sourcing or category management strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Global Real Estate, EHS, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and other business teams.
• Manage supplier relationships, run RFPs, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to guide sourcing decisions.
• Drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Lead or support supplier transitions, audits, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor and report on category performance metrics and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality systems, and legal requirements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members or direct reports.
• Support global and regional sourcing initiatives and projects.
• Lead Facilities and Utilities region team members, developing the team in role and for future career opportunities.

Requirements

• Significant experience in Sourcing & Sourcing Management (ideally leading the Facilities and Utilities Sourcing Categories). Knowledge level comparable to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma with 8 years of relevant experience).
• Proven expertise in negotiation, with a strong track record of successfully negotiating contracts, SOWs, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate matrixed organizations, leverage spend analytics to develop compelling business cases, present to senior leaders, and influence change.
• Ability to develop and implement global sourcing strategies that align with the Company's long-term goals.
• Expertise in developing complex RFx’s, should-cost models, scorecards, and award criteria.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems, document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Exceptional flexibility and adaptability, with a proactive approach and strong sense of urgency. Capable of responding swiftly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the highest degree of integrity.
• Strong technical knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Ability to travel and communicate outside of typical work hours.
• Business professional proficiency in English.

Desired Characteristics

• Expertise in Sourcing Category Management of Facilities, Utilities, Construction, Building Trades, Cafeteria, EHS, Architecture, Waste Management, Document Storage, etc.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Experience working in diverse cultural environments and understanding cross-cultural dynamics.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams, fostering strong, trusting relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring compliance and performance.
• Sound strategic, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities.
• Capability to assess and mitigate risks in the global supply chain.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or experience with process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.
• Proficiency in sourcing tools and systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.
• Additional languages a plus.