Global Category Manager - Strategy & Sourcing Leader

Coperion; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Coperion, a Hillenbrand business unit, is seeking a Sr. Global Category Manager to own category targets, strategy, and programs across the global spend and supply base. You will drive category intelligence, supplier governance, and agile sourcing programs to maximize value.

You will lead cross-functional teams, define playbooks, and manage tender funnels, cost mastery, and supplier development across Europe, Asia, and North America, with a focus on sustained savings and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Strategic Procurement.
• Global sourcing experience across European, Asian, and North American markets.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on projects and programs.
• Strong buyer governance and supplier management capabilities.
• Advanced negotiation skills and understanding of competitive sourcing events.
• Proficiency with PowerBI and related procurement IT tools.
• Knowledge of Source-2-Contract processes and supplier contract management.

Responsibilities

• Model optimum supply base aligned to market trends and business objectives.
• Create category intelligence on market trends, costs, and value drivers.
• Define category playbooks and governance for supplier accounts.
• Plan and execute funnel measures and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Lead alternative sourcing projects to improve agility and competition.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive supplier development programs.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Global Sourcing

Project Management

Negotiation

PowerBI

Source-2-Contract

Supplier Contract Management

Business English

Education

Bachelor degree in relevant discipline

Master degree in relevant discipline

Lean/Six Sigma/Design to Cost/PM certifications

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

Coperion, a Hillenbrand business unit, is seeking a Sr. Global Category Manager to own category targets, strategy, and programs across the global spend and supply base. You will drive category intelligence, supplier governance, and agile sourcing programs to maximize value.

You will lead cross-functional teams, define playbooks, and manage tender funnels, cost mastery, and supplier development across Europe, Asia, and North America, with a focus on sustained savings and supplier relationships.