What are the responsibilities and job description for the Category Specialist position at Essentia Health?
Job Description
Under the guidance of the Director and Sr. Specialists, the Category Specialist is responsible for carrying out tasks that support the strategic plan for the assigned categories of spend. The tasks include strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, facilitating product conversions and contract award notifications, managing supply requests, facilitating vendor negotiations, RFP creation, and managing GPO contracts within their category. Work Experience:2 years of sourcing/contracting/category management experience or equivalent clinical experience
Education Qualifications
Bachelors Degree required.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
No certification/licensure requirement.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Essentia Health Distribution Center
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 8:00 AM/4:30 PM
Hours Per Pay Period: 80
Compensation Range: $31.99 - $47.99 / hour
FTE: 1
Under the guidance of the Director and Sr. Specialists, the Category Specialist is responsible for carrying out tasks that support the strategic plan for the assigned categories of spend. The tasks include strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, facilitating product conversions and contract award notifications, managing supply requests, facilitating vendor negotiations, RFP creation, and managing GPO contracts within their category. Work Experience:2 years of sourcing/contracting/category management experience or equivalent clinical experience
Education Qualifications
Bachelors Degree required.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
No certification/licensure requirement.
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Essentia Health Distribution Center
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 8:00 AM/4:30 PM
Hours Per Pay Period: 80
Compensation Range: $31.99 - $47.99 / hour
FTE: 1
Salary : $31 - $47