Senior Global Category Manager (m/f/d) - Metal & Plastics
Core
End-to-end ownership of global Metal & Plastics categories within Doka's international procurement organization, driving cost competitiveness and supply security.
Role type
Senior Global Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Global supplier portfolio, long-term framework agreements, and strategic sourcing initiatives for construction formwork and scaffolding solutions.
Domain
Construction industry, Industrial procurement, Metal & Plastics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, Global category management, Supplier portfolio management, Contract negotiation, Total cost of ownership analysis, Market analysis, Risk mitigation, Value engineering, ERP proficiency (SAP), English (fluent)
Preferred skills
German language skills, Experience in Asia-Pacific region, Technical understanding of manufacturing processes
Technologies
SAP, MS Office
Responsibilities
Develop and implement global category strategies, Lead international tenders and supplier selections, Negotiate long-term framework agreements, Analyze global markets and cost structures, Mitigate supply and geopolitical risks, Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Production, Engineering, Sales)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC