Regional Logistics Category Lead

******Job Description Summary****** =================================== GE HealthCare is seeking a Regional Logistics Category Lead to support sourcing and procurement activities across Logistics and Warehousing within the EMEA Indirect Sourcing organization. This is a mid-level individual contributor role with no direct people management responsibilities, ideal for an experienced sourcing, procurement, logistics, or supply chain professional looking to expand their exposure to strategic sourcing, regional category ownership, and senior stakeholder engagement. As part of the EMEA Logistics Sourcing team, the role supports a category portfolio representing approximately $400M in annual spend across the region and offers opportunities to grow into broader category ownership over time. **Job Description** =================== We are considering applications from all around Europe. ### **Roles and Responsibilities:**  **Category Strategy & Sourcing** * **Own** and **execute sourcing initiative**s within assigned **logistics sub-categories** and **regional projects across EMEA.** * **Support** the **development** and **execution** of EMEA **category strategies** while ensuring regional and country-specific business requirements are addressed. * **Lead RFx processes**, supplier selection activities, commercial negotiations, contract implementation, and supplier onboarding activities. * **Manage supplier relationships** and drive improvements and lead selected supplier initiatives in cost, quality, risk mitigation, sustainability, and service performance. * **Conduct market analysis**, supplier **benchmarking**, and category assessments to identify strategic sourcing opportunities. * **Support logistics network optimization initiatives**, warehouse projects, distribution programs, and transportation-related sourcing activities. **Stakeholder & Business Engagement** * **Build** strong working **relationships** wit**h Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Finance**, and **Commercial** stakeholders across EMEA. * Engage with senior stakeholders including General Managers, CFOs, Supply Chain leaders, and sourcing leadership to understand current and future business priorities. * Act as the **sourcing lead for assigned projects,** coordinating cross-functional teams and driving execution. **Supplier Management & Continuous Improvement** * **Lead supplier performance reviews, audits**, and **continuous improvement** initiatives. * **Monitor** category and supplier performance **metrics** and implement corrective actions where needed. * Support **supplier transitions** and **risk mitigation** initiatives. * **Leverage digital tools**, automation, and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled sourcing solutions, to improve sourcing effectiveness and efficiency. ### **Required Qualifications (must have):** * **Bachelor's degree** from an accredited university or equivalent professional experience. * **Demonstrated experience** in sourcing, procurement, logistics, supply chain, or a related commercial function, with ownership of projects or supplier relationships. * Experience **developing and implementing sourcing strategies** and procurement processes. * Experience **leading supplier negotiations**, **RFx processes,** and **contract management** activities. * Experience **managing complex projects** involving multiple stakeholders. * **Strong stakeholder management** and **influencing** skills, including interaction with senior business leaders. * Strong **commercial, analytical,** and **problem-solving capabilities.** * **Experience supporting or driving sourcing initiatives**, supplier negotiations, and procurement projects. * **Fluent English, French is an advantage** * **Willingness to travel** across EMEA up to **25%.** ### **Required Qualifications (must have):** * **Experience within logistics-related categories** such as warehousing, transportation, distribution services, 3PL/4PL providers, packaging, or logistics operations. * Familiarity with **sourcing tools**, e-sourcing **platforms**, **procurement analytics,** and contract management systems. * **Lean, Six Sigma**, or other continuous improvement methodologies. * **Interest** in digital procurement, automation, and **AI-enabled sourcing solutions.** * Additional European languages, particularly **French**. **Desired Characteristics:** * **Strategic mindset** with the ability to balance long-term category objectives and immediate business needs. * **Strong communicator** with excellent negotiation and influencing capabilities. * **Self-motivated** and comfortable working independently with limited supervision. * **Strong relationship-builder** who can work across functions, cultures, and geographies. * **Results-oriented** with a **continuous improvement mindset.** * **Curious**, **proactive**, and comfortable **navigating ambiguity.** #LI-BJ1 #LI-HYBRID ******Additional Information****** ================================== **Relocation Assistance Provided:** No