Global Strategic Sourcing Leader — Tech & Industrial

Arche Consulting; Katowice; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Katowice office location

Flexible working arrangements

Long-term employment stability

Job summary

Arche Consulting is seeking a Global Strategic Category Manager for a multinational group specializing in specialized vehicles and maintenance solutions. The role focuses on shaping global procurement strategies, building supplier partnerships, and driving cost optimization across international markets.

You will develop and execute procurement strategies, negotiate global and regional agreements, assess suppliers, and monitor market trends while collaborating with a motivated team in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Must have degree in Business, Engineering or related field.
• Must have proven experience in developing procurement strategies in technical/industrial environment.
• Fluency in business English (written and spoken).

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.
• Negotiate prices, commercial terms and supplier contracts.
• Monitor global procurement markets to identify trends, opportunities and risks.
• Identify opportunities to optimize purchased components and involve key suppliers early in product development.
• Develop in-depth supplier and market knowledge and build a strong professional network.

Skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Structured approach

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Arche Consulting is seeking a Global Strategic Category Manager for a multinational group specializing in specialized vehicles and maintenance solutions. The role focuses on shaping global procurement strategies, building supplier partnerships, and driving cost optimization across international markets.

You will develop and execute procurement strategies, negotiate global and regional agreements, assess suppliers, and monitor market trends while collaborating with a motivated team in a dynamic,