Job Description

Procurement Category Manager, Direct Procurement
National Veterinary Associates

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager with deep expertise in Direct Procurement to join our high-impact Procurement and Supply Chain team at Ethos Veterinary Health. This role will focus on several Direct categories including but not limited to lab and diagnostics, distribution, pharmaceuticals, telemedicine, and aftercare. The ideal candidate has a strong track record managing complex supplier ecosystems, influencing cross-functional stakeholders in a heavily matrixed environment, and delivering measurable value through sourcing strategy, supplier relationship management, new product deployment, and cost optimization.
This is a critical role within our Direct Procurement team, offering the opportunity to shape sourcing strategies for multi-million-dollar categories directly tied to core business operations and patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:

• Category Ownership: Lead and manage the strategic sourcing and procurement activities for direct materials and service categories such as lab and diagnostics, distribution services, pharmaceuticals, aftercare and telemedicine.
• Strategic Sourcing & Execution: Develop and execute short- and long-term category strategies based on spend analysis, supplier landscape, market trends, and internal requirements.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with stakeholders in R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Supplier Management: Lead supplier selection, qualification, performance reviews, and ongoing relationship management. Facilitate Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with strategic partners.
• Contracting & Negotiation: Lead end-to-end negotiation and contracting processes, including price, service levels, lead times, and commercial terms. Ensure contracts meet regulatory and business requirements.
• Cost Optimization: Identify and implement initiatives that drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), should-cost models, and supplier consolidation.
• Matrixed Stakeholder Engagement: Influence and align with cross-functional and global stakeholders, driving consensus and collaboration across business units in a complex matrixed structure.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, quality/regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Project Management: Manage multiple concurrent sourcing initiatives and priorities with strong focus on timelines, stakeholder engagement, and outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Direct Procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing, with a strong focus on lab diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or life sciences.
• Demonstrated success in a matrixed environment, influencing stakeholders across business functions and geographic regions.
• Deep knowledge of supply markets, suppliers, and trends in healthcare, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical supply chains.
• Understanding of GxP, cGMP, and regulated environments.
• Demonstrated skills in contract negotiation, cost modeling, and strategic sourcing frameworks.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with executive leadership.
• Strong project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Business, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or MBA preferred, with equivalent work experience.
• Veterinary or Human Healthcare related experience.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, JDE.
• Data fluency with tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel for spend analysis and reporting.
• Experience with eSourcing tools such as Ariba, iValua, Scout, or Jaggaer.
• APICS, CPSM, or equivalent professional procurement certifications.

What We Offer:

• A high-impact role in a mission-driven, innovative organization.
• The opportunity to influence critical sourcing decisions in a fast-paced, regulated industry.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A collaborative team culture that values continuous improvement and stakeholder partnership.

Job Title: Procurement Category Manager - Direct Procurement
Department: Procurement and Supply chain
Reports to: Senior Manager of Direct Procurement
Type: Full-Time Location: Remote
The base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000-$120,000. Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. Your recruiter can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the application process.
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Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at .
Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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