Strategic Category Lead
We are seeking an innovative Strategic Category Lead to join our inclusive European Supply Chain organization.
This is a unique opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented leader who is passionate about strategic sourcing and category management. You will be at the helm of a group of categories, managing their growth and development through strategic supply base management, negotiations, and contract management.
Your Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and Implement Visionary Strategies: Create long-term category development plans while championing diversity and equality.
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4. Collaborate with Teams_: Work closely with Buyers stationed across Europe, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
5. Mitigate Supplier Risk:_ Implement multi-sourcing strategies to mitigate supplier risk.
6. Streamline Processes:_ Regularly engage in productive conversations with key suppliers on performance, planning, pricing, and future developments.
7. Promote Continuous Improvement:_ Champion the Continuous Improvement Process (CIPS) within assigned categories, fostering an environment of learning and growth.
8. Ensure Compliance:_ Adhere to SOX, OHS, EHS, and compliance guidelines, maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment.
You hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering.
Our ideal candidate has between 3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing and a successful track record in International Strategic Sourcing, with strategy definition and execution.
You are an analytical thinker, skilled communicator, and proactive problem-solver.
Experience navigating in an intercultural, multi-business environment is essential, promoting cultural sensitivity and understanding.
Your command of English is excellent, both written and spoken, with negotiation-level fluency. Additional language skills are a plus.