# Direct Sourcing Lead – Category Manager

Hiring organization: [Beckman Coulter](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/beckman-coulter)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/9e046b31-94e9-49fc-bb62-8c38b55921e3

Listed on Beckman Coulter's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Duncan, SC

## Summary

This role leads global sourcing strategy for specific product categories within Cytiva's manufacturing operations, handling supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives across multiple international sites. It suits experienced procurement professionals ready to influence cross-functional teams and drive sustainability in a life-sciences supply chain.

_Our summary, not Beckman Coulter's wording._

## Skills named

Contract Negotiation, Supplier Relationship Management

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in technical or business field
- 3+ years of supply chain or procurement experience
- Experience developing and maintaining global sourcing strategies
- Ability to lead and influence across organizational levels
- Tactical procurement experience including pricing negotiation and contract management
- Willingness to travel 1-2 times per quarter in USA and Europe

## Nice to have

- Global category management experience

Apply on Beckman Coulter's site: https://danaher.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/DanaherJobs/job/Duncan-South-Carolina-United-States/Direct-Sourcing-Lead---Category-Manager_R1312851