Category Manager – Indirect Materials Energy & Utilities
Core
Global strategic management of indirect spend categories (Energy & Utilities) including sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Indirect Materials & Services)
Builds
Strategic supplier agreements and optimized cost structures for Energy & Utilities spend.
Domain
Industrial manufacturing procurement (Energy & Utilities)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, market analysis, forecasting, risk management, cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Knowledge of contract law, understanding of technical requirements and project workflows, agile working methods
Technologies
S&OP processes, forecasting systems
Responsibilities
Establishing and managing supplier relationships, developing sustainable category strategies, conducting market analyses, redesigning supplier management processes, preparing RFPs and leading negotiations, drafting and negotiating contracts, establishing sourcing specifications and KPI-based risk management, coordinating interfaces with operations, planning, engineering, and finance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
