Category Manager

Össur; Szczecin; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An international team culture

Private medical care

Career growth opportunities

Sport card support

Social fund

Modern workspace

Job summary

Embla Medical in Szczecin is seeking a proactive Category Manager to own a global direct materials portfolio. You will lead end‑to‑end sourcing, collaborate with Engineering, Quality and Finance, and translate business needs into practical procurement solutions.

This role offers autonomy, clear governance and opportunities to drive cost, availability and supplier performance, while strengthening procurement practices across a fast‑growing, international organization.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in procurement, category management, strategic sourcing or supply chain management, supported by a relevant bachelor’s degree.
• Experience leading end‑to‑end sourcing and cross‑functional initiatives, from category analysis and RFQs or RFPs through negotiation, contracting and implementation.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including total cost of ownership, price modelling and business case development.
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship, contract and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence decisions across the organization.
• An analytical mindset, proficiency in Excel and the ability to translate spend, demand, market and supplier data into practical decisions.
• Clear written and verbal communication in Polish and English; MCIPS/CIPS or equivalent qualification an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute global category strategies across a broad portfolio, aligning business needs, supply requirements and long‑term procurement objectives while balancing cost, quality, availability, sustainability and supplier performance.
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing and procurement initiatives, including spend and category analysis, RFQs and RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, contracting, implementation and performance follow‑up.
• Build trusted partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, R&D and other functions, translating business priorities into practical procurement solutions and supplier improvement plans.
• Turn data and market insight into measurable results by identifying P&L savings, working capital and cash‑flow improvements, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and mitigating risks related to capacity, continuity and supply chain constraints.
• Manage supplier performance and commercial outcomes through strong negotiations, contracts and improvement plans covering quality, service, innovation and cost, while ensuring regulatory, sustainability and operational compliance.
• Strengthen procurement practices and team capability through clear governance and continuous improvement, while developing the Procurement Specialists by delegating defined workstreams and selected projects.

Skills

Procurement

Category management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

At Embla Medical, procurement is more than securing the right products at the right terms. It is about building partnerships, spotting opportunities, and making decisions that create lasting value for the business and the people who rely on our solutions. We are looking for a proactive and adaptable Category Manager to take ownership of a diverse global portfolio of direct materials required for internal manufacturing. Working closely with the Director of Global Procurement and senior stakeholders, you will have trust and autonomy to shape category strategies, lead change and turn market insight into measurable business impact. What is waiting for you? In this role, you will combine strategic category ownership with a hands‑on approach.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute global category strategies across a broad portfolio, aligning business needs, supply requirements and long‑term procurement objectives while balancing cost, quality, availability, sustainability and supplier performance.
• Lead end‑to‑end sourcing and procurement initiatives, including spend and category analysis, RFQs and RFPs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, contracting, implementation and performance follow‑up.
• Build trusted partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, R&D and other functions, translating business priorities into practical procurement solutions and supplier improvement plans.
• Turn data and market insight into measurable results by identifying P&L savings, working capital and cash‑flow improvements, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and mitigating risks related to capacity, continuity and supply chain constraints.
• Manage supplier performance and commercial outcomes through strong negotiations, contracts and improvement plans covering quality, service, innovation and cost, while ensuring regulatory, sustainability and operational compliance.
• Strengthen procurement practices and team capability through clear governance and continuous improvement, while developing the Procurement Specialists by delegating defined workstreams and selected projects.

What Makes This Role Stand Out

Real influence on the business – your procurement decisions will directly shape business performance, create value and support our company’s strategic direction.

Autonomy and trust – you will have room to take ownership, challenge the status quo, introduce change and turn your ideas into action, with support from your manager.

Access to senior decision-makers – you will work closely with senior leadership and bring procurement insight into important business conversations.

A broad and diverse scope – the variety of categories and initiatives will give you space to grow, connect the dots and make an impact across the organization.

A collaborative environment – you will join a supportive and inclusive team that values your perspective, shares knowledge and encourages continuous development.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in procurement, category management, strategic sourcing or supply chain management, supported by a relevant bachelor’s degree.
• Experience leading end‑to‑end sourcing and cross‑functional initiatives, from category analysis and RFQs or RFPs through negotiation, contracting and implementation.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including total cost of ownership, cost drivers, price modelling and business case development.
• Strong negotiation, supplier relationship, contract and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence decisions across the organization.
• An analytical mindset, proficiency in Excel and the ability to translate spend, demand, market and supplier data into practical decisions.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach, strong project management skills, and the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in both Polish and English.
• Experience in a relevant industry and familiarity with ERP or procurement tools would be an advantage, as would MCIPS, CIPS or equivalent qualification.

What We Offer

• An international team culture – collaborate with colleagues across borders in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Private medical care – comprehensive health coverage to support your well‑being.
• Career growth opportunities – access to professional development and internal mobility across our global organization.
• Sport card support – co‑financing of a sports card to help you stay active and healthy.
• Social fund – access to benefits financed by the Company Social Benefits Fund (ZFŚS).
• Modern workspace – work from our Scandinavian‑style office, designed for comfort and creativity.

Hybrid Working

This role is planned in a hybrid set‑up and is connected to our Szczecin office. We value regular in‑person collaboration while also offering flexibility to combine office and remote work, depending on individual and business needs.

Join Our Mission

Join us in our mission to improve people’s mobility so they can live their Life Without Limitations! Embla Medical is a leading global provider of innovative mobility solutions that help people live a Life Without Limitations®. At Embla Medical, we are dedicated to improving people’s mobility. We do this with compassion and innovation, from how we design our award‑winning mobility solutions to how we operate our network of patient care clinics. Embla Medical is home to Össur, a leading global provider of prosthetics and bracing and supports solutions; FIOR & GENTZ, an innovative developer of neuro orthotics; and College Park, creators of custom‑built prosthetic solutions. Embla Medical also provides patients with world‑class care through a global network of Orthotic and Prosthetic (O&P) facilities, operating under various brand names, including ForMotion.

Our People

The way we work is unique. We empower our colleagues worldwide and encourage close collaboration, allowing us to develop the best products and maintain the highest possible standards of care. Our values – honesty, frugality and courage – are the glue that binds us together and form the foundation of our company culture. Joining Embla Medical is not just about doing your job, it’s more than that. The patients we care for depend on us to help them get back their freedom and livelihood. That is what drives us all to go to work, each day.

Equal Opportunity

Embla Medical is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available individual in every job. Embla Medical's equal opportunity policy prohibits all discrimination (based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, military service, pregnancy, child birth or related medical condition, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by local laws around the world). Embla Medical is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all individuals involved in the operations of Embla Medical and prohibits discrimination by any employee of Embla Medical, including supervisors and co‑workers.

Sustainability

Embla Medical is committed to sustainable business practices and renowned for positively impacting people’s health and well‑being.

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