Global Strategic Category Leader

JobsinAustria; Gunskirchen; Vor Ort; EUR 58.000 - 71.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

BRP-Rotax is seeking a Category Leader to drive strategic sourcing and supplier development across a global, industrial context. You will develop category strategies, form strong supplier partnerships, and help achieve long-term competitiveness with a focus on cost efficiency and innovation.

The role requires 8–10 years of experience in strategic procurement, proven cost-saving achievement, and strong negotiation skills. English fluency is essential; German is a plus as a secondary language.

Qualifikationen

• Completed degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field.
• At least 8-10 years of experience in strategic procurement or category management, ideally in an international industrial or automotive environment.
• Proven track record in achieving cost savings and developing supplier partnerships.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP and data analysis tools.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Achieve annual cost savings targets through strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Define and implement comprehensive category strategies aligned with company objectives and market trends.
• Build and maintain long-term partnerships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality and innovation.
• Conduct strategic negotiations and manage supplier performance according to defined KPIs.
• Analyze markets and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present detailed performance reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive value creation, technology roadmaps, and category innovation.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for the assigned category.
• Coach and support buyers in negotiation and sourcing strategy execution.

Kenntnisse

Strategic procurement

Category management

Cost savings

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collab

ERP experience

Data analysis tools

English fluency

German advantage

Ausbildung

Completed degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Jobbeschreibung

BRP-Rotax is seeking a Category Leader to drive strategic sourcing and supplier development across a global, industrial context. You will develop category strategies, form strong supplier partnerships, and help achieve long-term competitiveness with a focus on cost efficiency and innovation.

The role requires 8–10 years of experience in strategic procurement, proven cost-saving achievement, and strong negotiation skills. English fluency is essential; German is a plus as a secondary language.