**Job Description:** The Category Specialist is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract management, supply/demand analysis, and market intelligence for assigned categories of spend. This position requires high level communication and facilitation skills in order to lead subject matter experts to common outcomes across Essentia Health.•5 years of sourcing/contracting/category management experience. Direct leadership or Clinical experience may be substituted for 2 years of sourcing/contracting experience. **Education Qualifications:** •Bachelor’s Degree •Master’s Degree preferred **Licensure/Certification Qualifications:** None Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000. **Job Location:** Essentia Health Distribution Center **Shift Rotation:** Day Rotation (United States of America) **Shift Start/End:** 8:00 a/4:30 p **Hours Per Pay Period:** 80 **Compensation Range:** $83429 - $125154 / year **FTE:** 1 It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.