Job Title: Category Manager - Direct Electronics Job Description We are seeking an experienced Category Manager to join our dynamic supply chain team. The successful candidate will support direct purchasing for electronics and product development. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in manufacturing engineering support and contract negotiation. Please, do not apply if you do not have built out and established a new a non existing category. This role requires an expert in strategic sourcing and category management for freight contracts rater than logistics. Hard Skills + Must have expierence with Contract negotiation within a direct setting + 5+ years as a Category Manager/Category Lead/Supply Chain expert + SAP experience + Direct purchasing of electronics or mechanical parts is required + Must have industry exposure within ISO 13485, As9100 or ISO 9001 Manufacturing + Strategic sourcing and Project Management + Bachelor's degree + MBA (preferred) + Experience in the Medical Device industry (preferred) Soft Skills + Strategic thinking + Project management + Effective communication Job Type This is a permeant position. Work Site This is a remote position requiring some days on-site in Lakewood, Colorado for client visits. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.