Senior Category Manager (IC)We're building a world of health around every individual shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do.

Join us and be part of something bigger helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Role SummaryThe Senior Category Manager (IC) leads complex sourcing initiatives and enterprise-level category strategies across Enterprise Operations, including Facilities, Construction, Loss Prevention, Architecture & Engineering, Logistics/Transportation, Distribution Center Operations, and Supply Chain Innovation, and related operational services.

Enterprise Procurement resides within Finance Global Business Services and manages >$9B in annual indirect spend across Retail, PBM, Insurance, Specialty, Clinical, and Corporate.

This role is Hybrid at Woonsocket, RI location (2-3 days in office) & requires travel up to 15% for supplier meetings and site visits.

Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain category strategies and sourcing pipeline.

Lead complex RFx and negotiations.

Conduct total-cost negotiations.

Lead supplier performance routines.

Serve as trusted advisor to operations leaders.

Leverage Ariba sourcing/contracting tools.

Required Qualifications7

• years of professional experience related to Sourcing & Category Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Analytics, or Project Management.

Preferred QualificationsAdvanced analytical skills.

Strong negotiation capabilities.

Experience with Ariba.

Experience in Enterprise Operations categories.

CPSM, CSCP, Lean/Six Sigma; MBA preferred.

EducationA Bachelor's degree in Management, Business, Economics, Supply-Chain, Finance, Accounting Technology or a in a related field or equivalent years of relevant experience in lieu of the degree is required.

Master's degree preferred

Success MetricsFinancial impact delivery.

Cycle time & compliance improvement.

Supplier KPI performance.

Stakeholder satisfaction.

Diverse spend growth.

Anticipated Weekly Hours40

Time TypeFull time

Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is

$82,940.$0 - $182,549.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This fulltime position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.