Global Category Strategy Lead – Procurement

rollsroyce; Kraków; On-site; PLN 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce seeks a Global Category Manager to drive category strategies that deliver measurable business value through cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and supply continuity. You will manage key supplier relationships to translate contractual commitments into value and performance, spanning IT, logistics, and engineering spend categories.

This role covers the full strategic sourcing lifecycle, leading RFx processes, negotiations, and SRM across global supply chains, with responsibility for

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in strategic procurement or category management and supplier relationship management within a global organisation.
• Proven track record in developing and executing category strategies and strategic sourcing initiatives for high value categories.
• Strong experience in leading complex, high-value RFx processes, and negotiation of high-value contracts.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement global category strategies aligned with business objectives, market trends, and risk management principles.
• Manage assigned categories to deliver cost savings, value improvements, and innovation opportunities.
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-value contracts, and deliver measurable cost savings and value creation across multiple procurement priorities.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation and performance.
• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier issues and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining trust.
• Oversee supplier compliance with regulatory requirements, sustainability requirements, and governance frameworks.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Global coordination

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

RFx management

Contract negotiation

Job description

Rolls-Royce seeks a Global Category Manager to drive category strategies that deliver measurable business value through cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and supply continuity. You will manage key supplier relationships to translate contractual commitments into value and performance, spanning IT, logistics, and engineering spend categories.

This role covers the full strategic sourcing lifecycle, leading RFx processes, negotiations, and SRM across global supply chains, with responsibility for