Global Category Manager: Strategic Sourcing & Supply

Undutchables; Barneveld; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Undutchables is expanding its Category Management team in the Netherlands. As Category Manager you will own one or more product categories, shape purchasing strategy, and manage relationships with suppliers worldwide to drive profitability and supply chain continuity.

You will monitor market developments, negotiate terms, and collaborate with Sales, Quality and Finance to align purchasing with demand and business goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies for assigned categories, aligned with commercial objectives.
• Manage international suppliers and maintain long-term relationships across global markets.
• Lead negotiations and contract terms with suppliers.
• Monitor market developments, price fluctuations, and supply risks.
• Own category margins, revenue, and overall performance.
• Collaborate with Sales to align purchasing with customer demand.
• Ensure continuity of supply and sound commercial decision-making across functions.

Skills

International trade

Supplier management

Market dynamics

Strategic purchasing

Relationship building

Job description

Undutchables is expanding its Category Management team in the Netherlands. As Category Manager you will own one or more product categories, shape purchasing strategy, and manage relationships with suppliers worldwide to drive profitability and supply chain continuity.

You will monitor market developments, negotiate terms, and collaborate with Sales, Quality and Finance to align purchasing with demand and business goals.