Category Manager – EMEA CAPEX

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ireland.

📋 Description

• Formulate and execute regional category strategies for assigned categories

• Negotiate contracts, statements of work, payment terms, and pricing structures

• Oversee material and service pricing, along with cost reduction and containment efforts

• Discover new cost-saving opportunities via process enhancements

• Keep track of market dynamics and supplier capabilities

• Perform market research to evaluate potential suppliers

• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and stakeholders

• Lead the RFx process and assess supplier proposals

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive experience in Sourcing and Sourcing Management

• Educational background equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree (or a high school diploma with relevant experience – 4 years)

• Demonstrated negotiation skills

• Proven history of successfully negotiating contracts, statements of work, pricing, and terms

• Ability to navigate complex matrix organizations effectively

• Capacity to create and implement regional sourcing strategies

• Proficiency in developing intricate RFx’s, should-cost models, scorecards, and award criteria

• Strong technical proficiency in MS Office Suite

• Fluency in written and spoken international business English

• Proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Flexible working hours

• Paid time off

• Remote work options