EMEA Category Manager - Finish Goods

Role Overview

Join our team as the EMEA Category Manager (Finished Goods), driving the strategic direction and achievement of targets for the product group across all locations. In this role, you will optimize the supplier portfolio through selection and development, lead cost reduction initiatives, negotiate contracts, and align cross-functional purchasing activities with company objectives.

What You Will Do

Lead the category team in implementing strategic tasks and initiatives. Plan, develop, and execute measures to optimize commodities, including supplier classification (supplier pyramid). Conduct contract and price negotiations; define global conditions in alignment with the chief negotiator.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires advanced to expert knowledge obtained through advanced education, combined with experience. Substantial knowledge of the organization, programs, or systems of the company to make enhancements within the job area.

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent
• A minimum of 7 years prior relevant experience OR an advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Business management knowledge
• IT user skills SAP
• Written and spoken English skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Short-term bonuses
• Global compensation package
• Other benefits and well-being programs