DIRECT CATEGORY BUYER (m/w/d)
Core
Develop and execute category sourcing strategies, manage supplier selection via RFx processes, and negotiate contracts to optimize Total Cost of Ownership.
Role type
Category Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Category strategies, supplier portfolios, and procurement contracts
Domain
Procurement / Supply Chain Management
Required skills
Category strategy development, RFx process management (RFI/RFP/RFQ), contract negotiation, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, supplier performance management, stakeholder management, process automation, reporting and savings tracking
Preferred skills
Change management, business case development, supplier innovation facilitation, system implementation support
Technologies
SAP/WISE, Google Tools, Power BI, AI tools (Gemini, Notebook LM)