Category Manager

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Italia; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working enabled

Global exposure

Growth and continuous learning

Job summary

ATS Corporation seeks an experienced EU Category Manager – Indirect & Services to own the regional sourcing strategy and supplier relationships. This role combines regional ownership with global exposure in a fast-paced industrial automation environment, interacting with internal stakeholders across functions and regions.

The successful candidate will deploy sourcing strategies, ensure supplier competitiveness, and lead multifactor negotiations covering capacity, risk mitigation, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or Supply Chain Management.
• 5–8 years in strategic sourcing roles in international manufacturing.
• Strong analytical mindset with supplier performance management and ERP data.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills with international companies and multi-million euro spend.
• English is mandatory; additional local languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Ownership for the Indirect & Services portfolio.
• Lead commercial negotiations, contracts, and KPI monitoring.
• Manage spend and savings within the Long-Term Saving Plan.
• Oversee SRM, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with global and regional leads; manage EU stakeholders.
• EU point of contact for indirect sourcing issues; ensure alignment with global direction.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

ERP data analysis

Education

Engineering

Business Administration

Economics

Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Castel Bolognese, RA, IT, 48014 Parma, PR, IT, 43122 Prague, The City of Prague, CZ, 102 19 Bratislava, Bratislava, SK, 83104

Category Manager EU - Indirect & Services

Job Summary

Department: Global Supply Chain – Category Management EU
Reports to: Senior Manager, Global Category Management – Supply Chain
Location: Europe – position based at one of ATS Corporation's European facilities, to be defined; Smart Working Enabled / Hybrid
Scope: Full EU ownership of the Indirect & Services spend portfolio, with global category alignment and coordination

ATS Corporation is seeking an experienced, strategic EU Category Manager – Indirect & Services to own the regional sourcing strategy and supplier relationships for the Indirect & Services spend portfolio. This role offers a unique combination of regional ownership and global exposure within a fast-paced, multi-divisional industrial automation environment, interacting with a wide range of internal stakeholders across functions and regions. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying sourcing strategies, ensuring supplier competitiveness, and leading multifactor negotiations covering capacity, risk mitigation, compliance, sustainability, and long‑term partnership value.

ATS Corporation | Overview

ATS Corporation is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. ATS uses its extensive knowledge base and global capabilities in custom automation, repeat automation, automation products and value‑added solutions including pre‑automation and after‑sales services, to address the sophisticated manufacturing automation systems and service needs of multinational customers in markets such as life sciences, food & beverage, industrial and consumer, and energy. Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 7,000 people at more than 65 manufacturing facilities and over 85 offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Oceania. The Company's common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") and the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") under the symbol ATS. Visit the Company's website at www.atsautomation.com .

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Ownership: Lead an international, multicultural sourcing network for the Indirect & Services portfolio, ensuring strategies are effectively deployed and the supplier panel remains competitive.
• Commercial Negotiations & Contracting: Negotiate prices, contracts, and terms with key suppliers; establish performance‑based contracts and monitor KPIs to optimize the company's competitive position.
• Spend & Savings Management: Ensure the application of the Long‑Term Saving Plan, achieving savings targets and spend coverage across the portfolio.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Manage supplier relationships within the set portfolio, driving performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Compliance, Risk & Sustainability: Ensure sourcing activities comply with ATS policies and ethical standards, and integrate risk‑mitigation and sustainability criteria into supplier selection and contract execution.
• Stakeholder Management: Anticipate strategic sourcing opportunities and communicate effectively, managing relationships with key internal stakeholders across the organization.
• Governance & Escalation Point: Act as the single EU point of contact for indirect sourcing issues, ensuring clear ownership, compliance, and business continuity.
• Global–Regional Alignment: Coordinate with global category leads to ensure EU execution stays aligned with global direction while addressing regional specificities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience: Confirmed experience in an international manufacturing company, with a minimum of 5–8 years in strategic sourcing roles in a competitive market.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset, performance‑driven, with a track record in supplier performance management and the ability to work with ERP‑derived data.
• Commercial & Negotiation Acumen: Strong commercial negotiation skills with international companies, and a proven track record managing multi‑million euro spend portfolios.
• Languages: English is mandatory. Additional local or regional languages are a plus, depending on the assigned location.
• Soft Skills: High ability to communicate with both suppliers and internal stakeholders, with exceptional cross‑functional leadership in multicultural environments.

Why You Should Join Us – What We Offer

• True Flexibility & Autonomy:A modern, trust‑based smart working culture that empowers you to balance professional excellence with personal life.
• Global Impact & High Visibility: Own the EU Indirect & Services spend portfolio with direct exposure to global category leadership and stakeholders across every division.
• Multicultural & Dynamic Environment: Work within a collaborative, diverse, and international team that values cross‑border cooperation and innovation.
• Growth & Continuous Learning: Access to continuous professional development, tailored training, and concrete long‑term career paths within a global organization.
• Performance‑Driven Recognition: A competitive environment that recognizes individual achievements and aligns rewards with strategic procurement milestones.

At ATS, it starts with our People!

Webelieve the foundation of a great company is having the best team and winning as a team.

Why Join ATS?

• Be a part ofa thriving organization that is a global leader in advanced automation solutions
• Experience flexibility and autonomy, supported by a trust‑driven culture.
• Collaborate with other bright, talented professionals focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Discover opportunities for growth within ATS as we strive to develop, engage, empower, and energize our people
• Make an impact and give back to our communities in a meaningful way
• Work in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where everyone is respected and given the opportunity to do their best
• Enjoy an attractive compensation package including flexible work schedules (where applicable)
• And much more!

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job‑related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.