Overview

Our client, a global organization within the transportation and industrial sector, is seeking an experienced Category Manager to join their procurement team on a 2-year maternity cover assignment.

In this role, you will drive sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and identify opportunities to optimize costs and deliver value across indirect procurement categories.

Job description

  • Manage indirect procurement categories and develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
  • Lead supplier selection processes, tenders, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management
  • Identify cost optimization opportunities through market analysis and category insights
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple business functions and coordinate sourcing activities in an international environment
  • Lead process improvement initiatives and leverage data and analytics to support strategic decision-making

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management; experience in Facilities Management Procurement, HR/People Services Procurement, or other indirect procurement categories would be an advantage
  • Strong negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder management skills, with experience managing contracts and sourcing activities
  • Analytical mindset with a results-driven approach
  • Experience with ERP or eSourcing tools; Oracle, M3, and Power BI are advantageous
  • Fluent English is required for daily communication in an international environment
  • Willingness to travel approximately 15% of the time

We offer

  • Flexible working arrangements, including remote work from the Czech Republic
  • Hybrid collaboration with occasional office attendance as required
  • Competitive compensation package

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