Supply Chain Category Manager

Muuto; København; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global supplier exposure

Professional development

Ambitious work environment

Job summary

Muuto is seeking a commercially minded and analytical Category Manager to strengthen our global supplier network and drive category performance. You will develop supplier relationships, manage negotiations, and support growth.

In this role you will lead supplier development, optimize lead times, and ensure compliance with Muuto standards. Strong English communication and experience with international suppliers are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Procurement, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience within Category Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing international suppliers and complex supply chains.
• Strong analytical capabilities and experience working with KPIs and performance management.
• Commercial understanding combined with a collaborative and relationship-focused approach.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience from furniture, design, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries will be considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing category strategies aligned with business objectives
• Managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and performance reviews
• Driving continuous improvements in lead time, delivery performance, quality, and cost
• Identifying and implementing sourcing opportunities and risk mitigation plans
• Leading supplier development initiatives and supporting dual sourcing strategies
• Monitoring KPIs and using data-driven insights to improve category performance
• Supporting new product introductions from design to market launch
• Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize supply chain performance
• Ensuring supplier compliance with Muuto standards, sustainability requirements, and business processes
• Driving transparency and reporting across supplier and category performance

Skills

Category management

Procurement

Supplier relationships

Negotiation

Data-driven decision making

KPIs & performance management

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Why join us?

Muuto is rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition characterized by enduring aesthetics, functionality, craftsmanship and an honest expression. By expanding this heritage with forward-looking materials, techniques and bold creative thinking, our ambition is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design.

Why join us?

Muuto is rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition characterized by enduring aesthetics, functionality, craftsmanship and an honest expression. By expanding this heritage with forward-looking materials, techniques and bold creative thinking, our ambition is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design.
We are looking for a commercially minded and analytical Category Manager to strengthen our global supplier network, drive category performance, and support the continued growth of our business.
As Category Manager, you will play a key role in developing and managing supplier relationships, improving operational performance, and ensuring that our supply chain remains scalable, resilient, and aligned with Muuto’s ambitious growth plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and executing category strategies aligned with business objectives


• Managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and performance reviews


• Driving continuous improvements in lead time, delivery performance, quality, and cost


• Identifying and implementing sourcing opportunities and risk mitigation plans


• Leading supplier development initiatives and supporting dual sourcing strategies


• Monitoring KPIs and using data-driven insights to improve category performance


• Supporting new product introductions from design to market launch


• Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize supply chain performance


• Ensuring supplier compliance with Muuto standards, sustainability requirements, and business processes


• Driving transparency and reporting across supplier and category performance

WHO ARE YOU?

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Procurement, or a related field


• 5+ years of experience within Category Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain


• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills


• Experience managing international suppliers and complex supply chains


• Strong analytical capabilities and experience working with KPIs and performance management


• Commercial understanding combined with a collaborative and relationship-focused approach


• The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution


• Excellent communication skills in English


• Experience from furniture, design, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries will be considered an advantage.

WE OFFER

At Muuto, you become part of an international design company where creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship are part of everyday life.

You will get:

• A key role in shaping supplier and category strategies


• Exposure to a global supplier network


• Close collaboration with design, product development, and commercial teams


• Opportunities for professional and personal development


• A dynamic, informal, and ambitious work environment


• The chance to contribute to one of the strongest design brands in the Scandinavian industry

You will report to the Supply Chain Manager, and the position is expected to start as soon as possible.

Who We Hire?

At Muuto, our mission is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design. We are an international team of ambitious and passionate people driven by the desire to expand on the Scandinavian design tradition with a forward-looking, creative and honest approach. We are looking for qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities who share this same mindset. Individuals who wish to actively contribute and bring their opinion to the table. Individuals who would like to bring a wealth of new perspectives to our company.

That is why we are always keen to hear from talented people who wish to join our company - regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, racial identity, religious belief and disability status. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].