Category Supply Chain Manager

Cargotec Corporation; Poland; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Birthday day off

MultiSport card

Free coffee and tea

Job summary

Hiab is seeking a Category Supply Chain Manager to oversee material planning, manage vendor relationships, and drive continuous improvement across our logistics operations. You will lead a dedicated team of six and tackle complex operational challenges to maintain seamless production workflows.

Based in Stargard with a hybrid model (one day per week from home), this role demands hands-on ERP and data analysis skills, plus strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Economics.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on proficiency with ERP systems and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with communicative English fluency.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities, proactive initiative, and a team-oriented leadership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee material planning processes and ensure supply continuity using ERP systems
• Manage department budgets, stock levels, and KPI performance to hit operational targets
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members through regular performance and development reviews
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement across planning settings and processes
• Serve as the primary escalation point for key suppliers to resolve shortages and communication issues
• Manage supplier relationships and standards across core material categories
• Coordinate and support new product introduction and lifecycle management projects.

Skills

Leadership

ERP systems

Data analysis

English fluency

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Economics

Tools

ERP systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.

Your mission

Are you a proactive, results-driven leader with a passion for supply chain optimization and operational excellence? We are seeking a Category Supply Chain Manager to oversee material planning, manage key vendor relationships, and drive continuous improvement across our logistics operations. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of 6 people, together with which you tackle complex operational challenges, and play a pivotal role in maintaining seamless production workflows.

This position is open for candidates located in Stargard with the possibility for hybrid working model (one day per week working from home).

Key responsibilities

• Oversee material planning processes and ensure supply continuity using ERP systems
• Manage department budgets, stock levels, and KPI performance to hit operational targets
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members through regular performance and development reviews
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement across planning settings and processes
• Serve as the primary escalation point for key suppliers to resolve shortages and communication issues
• Manage supplier relationships and standards across core material categories
• Coordinate and support new product introduction and lifecycle management projects.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Economics
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on proficiency with ERP systems and data analysis tools
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills with communicative English fluency
• Proven problem-solving capabilities, proactive initiative, and a team-oriented leadership mindset.

What we offer

As a part of our Employees First culture, we offer opportunities to grow within a dynamic environment that values flexibility and your well-being. We strive to make things easier, empower you to succeed, and strive for excellence in a positive and inclusive environment.

Our benefits include

• Private medical care
• Life insurance
• An extra day off for your birthday
• MultiSport or Medicover Sport card
• Free coffee and tea plus Fruit Wednesdays