Senior Category Manager

JD.COM; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading supply chain solutions provider is looking for a Senior Category Manager in Düsseldorf, Germany. You will optimize procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective solutions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in English is preferred, with Mandarin being a plus. This role offers the opportunity to enhance operational efficiency and support business growth within a global context.

Qualifikationen

• More than 10 years of experience in supply chain planning or procurement.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Mandarin is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Identify and manage key suppliers to enhance sourcing capabilities.
• Analyze market trends for cost-optimized procurement.
• Develop and implement category-specific supply chain strategies.
• Optimize inventory turnover rates based on demand patterns.

Kenntnisse

Supplier sourcing

Contract negotiation

Cost optimization

Analytical skills

Market insight

Communication

Negotiation

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Jobbeschreibung

JD Industrials

JD Industrials, a subsidiary of JD.com (a Fortune 500 Company), is a global leader in supply chain solutions known for its innovative, technology-driven approach. We are in the business of revolutionizing the industrial sector through total supply chain management with cutting edge technology and services. With businesses that spans across APAC, EMEA and Latin America, we aim to be the leading one-stop procurement solutions for industrials products.

About The Role

The Senior Category Manager is responsible for managing and optimizing the customer’s procurement commodity pool, handling business opportunities, pricing strategies, and ensuring seamless pre-sales and after-sales support. This role requires strong analytical skills, market insight, and negotiation expertise to drive improvement for customer procurement efficiency, maximizing transaction volume, and continuously optimizing gross margin.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Management & Development

• Identify, recruit, and manage key suppliers within the affiliated country to enhance sourcing capabilities.
• Establish long-term supplier partnerships, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost competitiveness.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and implement supplier development or elimination strategies as needed.

Cost Optimization & Competitive Pricing

• Analyze market trends and pricing dynamics to ensure cost-optimized procurement strategies.
• Drive initiatives to enhance price competitiveness while maintaining product quality and service levels.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Supply Chain Strategy & Fulfillment

• Develop and implement category-specific supply chain strategies to maximize product availability and fulfillment rates.
• Drive the optimization of sourcing channels to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supply chain performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions for continuous improvement.

Inventory Planning & Stocking Optimization

• Develop and execute stocking plans based on customer demand patterns and market conditions.
• Optimize inventory turnover rates while minimizing stock shortages and excess inventory.
• Leverage data analytics to forecast demand and refine stocking strategies for improved profitability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• More than 10 years of experience in supply chain planning, category management, or procurement.
• Strong expertise in supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, and cost optimization strategies.
• Proven ability to analyze market data and develop competitive pricing models.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with a proactive approach to operational challenges.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities to foster supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency in English is preferred for effective supplier engagement. Proficiency in Mandarin would give an added advantage to applicants.