Procurement Category Manager
Core
Lead a team of buyers to develop and implement global procurement strategies, fostering strong supplier relationships to enhance cost, quality, and delivery.
Role type
Senior Procurement Category Manager
Builds
Integrated commodity/category supplier strategies and long-term supply chains
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, cost analysis, supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, team leadership, long-term planning, KPI reporting
Preferred skills
Commercial strategy, aerospace procurement experience
Technologies
Total cost of ownership models, lifecycle cost models
Responsibilities
Manage and lead a team of buyers to excel in their tasks; Lead complex negotiations and create business cases to maximize value; Develop and maintain integrated commodity/category supplier strategies; Manage identification and mitigation of commercial risks; Report on supplier performance KPIs and resolve escalated issues.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team management
