Global Strategic Category Manager (M/F)

Arche Consulting Sp. z o.o.; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 180.000 - 280.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Office in Katowice

Flexible working arrangements

Long-term career prospects

Zusammenfassung

Arche Consulting Sp. z o.o. is seeking a Global Strategic Category Manager to shape procurement strategies across international markets. You will build long-term supplier partnerships and lead cost optimization initiatives while aligning with corporate objectives.

The role requires a degree in Business or Engineering, proven experience in technical procurement, and business-fluent English. The office is located in Katowice with flexible working arrangements and long-term career prospects.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Business, Engineering or related field.
• Experience developing procurement strategies in technical/industrial settings.
• Experience in electronics and hydraulics procurement.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Structured, organized and results-oriented.
• Proactive attitude and strong communication skills in English.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute global procurement strategies.
• Build strategic supplier partnerships and negotiate global/regional agreements.
• Manage and develop the supplier base, evaluating and selecting suppliers.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives delivering measurable savings.
• Monitor global procurement markets for trends, opportunities and risks.
• Involve key suppliers early in product development.
• Develop supplier and market knowledge and a strong professional network.

Kenntnisse

Procurement strategy

Supplier management

Negotiation

English

Ausbildung

Business/Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Our client is an international group operating in the field of specialized vehicles, equipment and solutions for road and urban maintenance. With a strong global presence and a focus on innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement, the organization combines technical expertise with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions to customers worldwide.

As part of its continued development, the company is looking for a Global Strategic Category Manager who will play a key role in shaping global procurement strategies, building long-term supplier partnerships and driving cost optimization initiatives across international markets.

Responsibilities:

• develop and execute global procurement strategies aligned with Group objectives and stakeholder requirements,
• build strategic supplier partnerships and negotiate global and regional agreements with manufacturers,
• manage and develop the supplier base, including identifying, evaluating, qualifying and selecting new suppliers,
• drive cost optimization initiatives and implement projects that deliver measurable savings,
• negoti... prices, commercial terms and supplier contracts,
• monitor global procurement markets to identify trends, opportunities and potential risks,
• identify opportunities to optimize purchased components and involve key suppliers early in the product development process,
• develop in-depth supplier and market knowledge and build a strong professional network.

Requirements:

• degree in Business, Engineering or a related field, ideally combined with commercial experience,
• proven experience in developing and implementing procurement strategies in a technical or industrial environment,
• mandatory experience in electronics and hydraulics procurement,
• proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint,
• structured, organized and results-oriented approach,
• proactive attitude and strong communication skills,
• business-fluent English, both written and spoken.

• the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a Corporate Service Center with a distinctive structure,
• collaboration with a motivated team that values results, continuous improvement and individual responsibility,
• streamlined decision-making and open collaboration across the organization,
• a conveniently located office in Katowice,
• flexible working arrangements,
• a supportive, team-oriented environment built on transparency and straightforward communication,
• long-term employment stability within an established international organization.