Category Manager - Travel

Job Description SummaryDevelop global sourcing and procurement strategies for global business travel which represent approximately $150M in spend at GE HealthCare. Negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal contractual terms while ensuring internal stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage industry knowledge and market trends to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement in sourcing practices. Build relationships with critical business stakeholders to ensure current and future business requirement met.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:

• Define and execute sourcing or category management strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with business segments and functions.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to guide sourcing decisions.
• Drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Lead or support supplier transitions, audits, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor and report on category performance metrics and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality systems, and legal requirements.
• Support global and regional sourcing initiatives and projects.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for our customers regarding all travel related inquiries including reservations and travel profiles
• Be the subject matter expert (SME) on our travel policy and related processes
• Research and solve issues or assign to technical or other teams
• Ability to assist and coach customers on the online booking tool
• Effectively use computer systems and tools to ensure consistency and adherence to processes and procedures
• Ensure the client is offered the best solution for their needs

Required Qualifications:

• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in the Sourcing & Supplier Management. Knowledge level is comparable to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma with relevant experience – 4years).

Desired Characteristics:

• Expertise in specific sourcing categories (e.g., Travel Management, Air, Hotel, & Car Rental).
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or experience with process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under pressure.
• Proficiency in sourcing tools and systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% as needed.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.

Inclusion and Diversity

GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership – always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

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