Senior Category Manager – Capital Projects, Assets & Construction

The primary role of this position is to drive the category strategy and procurement execution for Capital Projects, Assets & Construction, including automation systems and infrastructure investments. This role acts as a critical interface between Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Engineering, Facilities, and Global Procurement, translating technical and project requirements into effective sourcing strategies that optimize cost, 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 position is responsible for developing sourcing strategies that optimize total cost of ownership through consideration of acquisition, construction, installation, commissioning, maintenance, service, warranty, and lifecycle costs over 5-to-10-year planning horizons. 

Job Description 

This role is responsible for end-to-end category management of capital expenditures, including automation systems, facility construction projects, utilities and infrastructure upgrades. The individual partners closely with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Engineering and Facilities 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 evaluate automation equipment, construction, and facility solutions, drive supplier selection, negotiate contracts, and manage risk and supplier performance. It also involves establishing long-term supplier relationships, effective stakeholder relationships, and scalable sourcing frameworks to support repeatable and efficient capital deployment. Success requires balancing short-term operational requirements with long-term asset and infrastructure strategies that maximize value, mitigate risk, and optimize total cost of ownership throughout the asset lifecycle. 

Let’s talk about Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement sourcing and portfolio strategies for Capital Investments in alignment with Resmed's operational and strategic objectives  

• Partner with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Engineering, Facilities and Global Procurement stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business, facility, and infrastructure requirements 

• Assess 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 cost 

• Lead sourcing activities, including RFQ and RFP processes, for capital equipment, automation systems, facility construction projects, infrastructure investments and utilities 

• Develop long-term supplier strategies and commercial frameworks that drive innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable value 

• Negotiate complex commercial agreements and manage strategic supplier relationships to optimize quality, service, delivery, and cost performance  

• Establish 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 over 5-to-10-year planning horizons 

• Lead sourcing strategies for manufacturing expansions, facility construction projects, infrastructure upgrades, and workplace investments to support business growth 

• Influence senior stakeholders and executive leadership on sourcing, investment, and supplier-related decisions through strong commercial, financial, and strategic analysis 

• Drive organizational objectives through effective leadership and continuous improvement 

Let’s talk about Qualifications and Experience 

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field 

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, category management, portfolio management, or related disciplines with significant exposure to Capital Projects, Assets & Construction 

• Solid understanding and experience of procurement strategies for construction contracts, risk management and controls >$100m  

• Experience sourcing engineered-to-order manufacturing equipment and managing associated commercial, technical, installation, commissioning, start-up and warranty requirements. >$1m - $20m 

• Demonstrated ability to translate technical, operational, and project requirements into sourcing strategies, supported by strong commercial acumen, business case development, supplier management, and complex contract negotiations 

• Experience influencing cross-functional stakeholders 

 
Preferred: 

• Experience in medical device, regulated manufacturing, or other highly regulated environments 

• Demonstrated ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive investment decisions through financial and commercial analysis 

• Analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of multiple factors and understanding of current business trends 

We are shaping the future at ResMed, and we recognize the need to build on and broaden our existing skills and continue to attract and retain the world’s best talent. We work hard to offer holistic benefits packages, provide flexible work arrangements, cultivate a workforce culture that allows employees to grow personally and professionally, and deliver competitive salaries to our team members. Employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits. This position qualifies for the following benefits package: comprehensive medical, vision, dental, and life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, sleep care management, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and tuition assistance. Employees accrue fifteen days Paid Time Off (PTO) in their first year of employment, receive 11 paid holidays plus 3 floating days and are eligible for 14 weeks of primary caregiver or two weeks of secondary caregiver leave when welcoming new family members. 

Individual pay decisions are based on a variety of factors, such as the candidate’s geographic work location, relevant qualifications, work experience, and skills.

At ResMed, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  A reasonable estimate of the current base range for this position is: 

$148,000 - $222,000