Interim category manager for hospitality and construction

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Interim Category Manager to support a hospital/healthcare organization with strategic sourcing and procurement across hospitality, construction, facilities, and related categories .

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage sourcing strategies, RFPs/RFQs, contracts, negotiations, and supplier relationships.
• Oversee categories such as construction, facilities/MRO, FF&E, OS&E, housekeeping, and foodservice.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor supplier performance.
• Partner with hospital operations, facilities, construction, and finance teams.

Requirements:

• 5 years of category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement experience.
• Hospital/healthcare procurement experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with construction, facilities, hospitality, or capital projects.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills.