Global Outsourcing Category Lead – Europe

Molex; Sulęcin; On-site; PLN 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex is seeking an experienced Sourcing and Procurement professional to manage our global Outsourcing category with emphasis on Europe. You will develop category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions while aligning with global procurement objectives.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure supply continuity, maintain PSL/AVL, and lead analytics and savings reporting. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Experience in procurement focused on direct spend.
• Track record in category management and supplier engagement.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% (domestic/international).
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of stamping, molding, connectors & cable assemblies a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Outsourcing category strategies with stakeholders.
• Provide leadership to drive cost reductions and savings analytics.
• Manage supplier evaluation, segmentation and PSL/AVL processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure supply continuity.
• Lead supplier relationships and SRM, CDAP, and change needs.
• Support category projects and market dynamics analysis.

Skills

Procurement

Category management

Sourcing

SRM / relationship

Negotiation

Cross-functional

Travel up to 25%

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Molex is seeking an experienced Sourcing and Procurement professional to manage our global Outsourcing category with emphasis on Europe. You will develop category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost reductions while aligning with global procurement objectives.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure supply continuity, maintain PSL/AVL, and lead analytics and savings reporting. Travel up to 25% may be required.