Global Category Manager
Core
Lead global category strategies for Pulp, Energy & Circularity, Packaging, and Tissue/Performance Parts to ensure cost-effective supply bases and drive supplier performance.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Global Supply)
Builds
Global sourcing strategies and supplier portfolios for industrial materials and parts
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (Pulp, Energy, Packaging, Tissue, Performance Parts)
Required skills
Category strategy development, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, market research, risk mitigation, cost rationalization, cross-functional team leadership, data-driven decision making
Preferred skills
Metal fabrication industry expertise, supplier consolidation program experience, matrix team management
Technologies
Sourcing systems, Category Management master data systems
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business growth targets; coordinate international matrix teams; conduct competitive tenders and negotiations; manage key supplier performance (QDC); identify and mitigate supply chain risks; ensure compliance with sourcing policies and ISO standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
