Senior Category Manager – Capital Projects, Assets & Construction

The primary role of this position is todrive thecategorystrategy and procurement execution forCapital Projects, Assets & Construction, including automation systemsand infrastructure investments. This role acts as a critical interface between ManufacturingOperations,Supply Chain Engineering, Facilities, and Global Procurement, translating technical and project requirements into effective sourcing strategies thatoptimizecost, quality, delivery, and long-term value.Key deliverables include development and execution of sourcing strategies across Capital Investments,supplier relationship management, commercial negotiations, and lifecycle value optimization. The role supports manufacturing capacity expansion, facility development, and infrastructure investments through strategic supplier partnerships and disciplined portfolio management.This positionis responsible fordeveloping sourcing strategies thatoptimizetotal cost of ownership through consideration of acquisition, construction, installation, commissioning, maintenance, service, warranty, and lifecycle costs over 5-to-10-year planning horizons.Job DescriptionThis roleis responsible forend-to-end category management of capital expenditures, including automation systems, facility construction projects,utilitiesandinfrastructure upgrades.The individual partners closely with ManufacturingOperations,Supply Chain EngineeringandFacilities teams to understand technical and project requirements and ensure procurement strategies are aligned with business needs.The role requires strong commercial, technical, and project acumen to evaluateautomationequipment, construction, and facility solutions, drive supplierselection, negotiate contracts, and manageriskandsupplier performance. It also involvesestablishinglong-term supplier relationships, effective stakeholder relationships, and scalable sourcing frameworks to support repeatable and efficient capital deployment.Successrequiresbalancing short-term operational requirements with long-termassetand infrastructure strategies that maximize value, mitigate risk, andoptimizetotal cost of ownership throughout the asset lifecycle.Let’stalk about ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement sourcing and portfolio strategies for Capital Investmentsin alignment withResmed'soperational and strategic objectivesPartner with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Engineering, Facilities and Global Procurement stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business, facility, and infrastructure requirementsAssess and mitigate contractual, commercial, schedule, and supplier risks associated with capital investments.Manage commercial aspects of contracts including change orders, claims, payment milestones, warranties, and performance guarantees.Translate technical, operational, and construction requirements into effective sourcing and supplier strategies that balance performance, risk, and costLead sourcing activities, including RFQ and RFP processes, for capital equipment, automation systems, facility construction projects, infrastructureinvestmentsandutilitiesDevelop long-term supplier strategies and commercial frameworks that drive innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable valueNegotiate complex commercial agreements and manage strategic supplier relationships tooptimizequality, service, delivery, and cost performanceEstablish supplier scorecards and contractor performance management processes across capital programs.Evaluate capital investment opportunities using total cost of ownership principles, including acquisition, installation, maintenance, service, warranty,operating, and lifecycle costs over5-to-10-yearplanning horizonsLead sourcing strategies for manufacturing expansions, facility construction projects, infrastructure upgrades, and workplace investments to support business growthInfluence senior stakeholders and executive leadership on sourcing, investment, and supplier-related decisions through strong commercial, financial, and strategic analysisDrive organizationalobjectivesthrough effective leadershipand continuous improvementLet’stalk about Qualifications and ExperienceRequired:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related fieldMinimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, category management, portfolio management, or related disciplines with significant exposure toCapital Projects, Assets & ConstructionSolid understanding and experience of procurement strategies for construction contracts, riskmanagementand controls >$100m Experience sourcing engineered-to-order manufacturing equipment and managing associated commercial, technical, installation, commissioning,start-upand warranty requirements. >$1m - $20mDemonstrated ability to translate technical, operational, and project requirements into sourcing strategies, supported by strong commercial acumen, business case development, supplier management, and complex contract negotiationsExperience influencing cross-functional stakeholdersPreferred:Experience in