Global Director, Indirect Materials & Category Strategy

Zeppelin Rental

Steinhausen

On-site

CHF 250,000 - 360,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Zeppelin Group is seeking a Head of Category Management - Indirect Non-CAT Materials to lead the group’s strategic category management for indirect materials. You will define category strategies, drive savings, evaluate suppliers and manage risk while enabling category managers to deliver measurable value.

You will interface with SBUs and stakeholders to align demand forecasts, validate requirements, and ensure category roadmaps support SBU priorities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Engineering, Economics or equivalent qualification.
10+ years of professional experience, including 5 years in a senior leadership position.
Proven track record in global strategic procurement and supply chain management.
Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills with ability to interact at all levels.

Responsibilities

Develop global strategic procurement activities and tiered supplier portfolio.
Analyze markets, manage key suppliers, oversee tenders and communicate results to management.
Define and implement category strategies focusing on efficiency, spend consolidation and sustainability.
Lead supplier management, risk assessment, and KPI-based reporting across indirect non-CAT materials.
Provide leadership, development and training to the procurement team.