Global Category Manager / Strategischer Einkäufer (m/w/d) Direct Material
Kloepfel Consulting GmbHDusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Posted August 27, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Kloepfel Consulting GmbH is a leading purchasing consulting firm founded in 2007, specializing in cost-saving solutions for mid-sized businesses and public institutions. We offer a range of services including procurement optimization, product cost calculation, and supply chain management, all based on our performance-based fee model which ensures clients save double the consulting costs or no fee if savings are not achieved. Our approach combines technical expertise with business acumen to empower clients' employees and enhance their purchasing processes for sustainable long-term savings.
Job Description
This is a Permanent full-time position for a Global Category Manager / Strategic Buyer within the Global Procurement team of the company, focusing on building and implementing global procurement strategies. The role involves contract negotiation, risk management, and identifying savings potentials to achieve global procurement goals. They provide training and support for professional development.
Requirements
- Completed training, university degree or equivalent qualification
- At least 5 years of professional experience in the area of strategic purchasing
- Ability to think strategically and develop long-term strategies for buying groups
- Technical affinity with an understanding of production technology
- Excellent communication skills and confident negotiation skills
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Childcare and holiday care
- Professional development training and mentorship programs
- Training opportunities
- Exchange and mentoring programs
- Online learning access (LinkedIn Learning, getAbstract)