Global Category Manager Raw Materials/Metals (m/f/d)
Core
Develop and implement a global procurement strategy for Raw Materials/Metals, driving total cost of ownership improvements and leading sourcing initiatives.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Global supply continuity and competitiveness for raw materials and metals
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Metals and Raw Materials
Required skills
Global procurement strategy, cost modeling, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, supplier performance evaluation, value engineering, risk management, SAP/Ariba
Preferred skills
MBA or Master's degree, experience in global matrix organizations, additional languages
Technologies
SAP, Ariba
Responsibilities
Develop global procurement strategy, drive TCO improvements, establish costed BOM frameworks, lead sourcing and supplier qualification, conduct commercial negotiations, optimize sourcing strategies across regions, evaluate supplier performance, contribute to sustainability goals, develop team capabilities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
