Category Manager – Installation Technology, SHK, Electrical, Substructures

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

📋 Description

• In the role of Category Manager for B- and C-parts, you will oversee the strategic and operational management of product categories essential to our installation capabilities, including substructures and B- and C-parts for PV systems, battery storage, and heat pumps.

• You recognize that while these components may appear to have low individual value, their collective impact on cost, quality, and installation efficiency is substantial.

• You will proactively seek out cost-saving opportunities, independently identify avenues for savings, and drive related initiatives in collaboration with our regional sites in a systematic manner.

• Your objective is to create sustainable value for 1KOMMA5° through a well-defined category strategy and structured supplier development in a rapidly growing environment that necessitates decisive action.

• Formulate and execute a clear category strategy focused on sustainably enhancing cost, quality, and availability.

• Establish and continuously improve a robust and competitive supplier network.

• Conduct tenders (RFQ/RFP), negotiate pricing, and independently identify and implement cost-saving initiatives in coordination with our sites.

• Manage and nurture existing supplier relationships, including performance monitoring.

• Ensure delivery capability and quality in a fast-expanding installation landscape.

• Collaborate closely with SCM, installation operations, and regional sites on demand forecasting and prioritization.

• Carry out potential analyses to uncover cost-reduction opportunities within your product categories.

• Create scalable procurement processes to support business growth.

• Utilize KPIs and data-driven reporting to manage product categories effectively.

• Actively share knowledge and promote best practices among the team.

⛳️ Requirements

• A completed degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a similar qualification.

• Several years of experience in strategic procurement or category management.

• Technical knowledge of products, manufacturing processes, and cost structures related to installation materials or similar product groups.

• Experience in conducting tenders (RFQ/RFP) and leading complex pricing negotiations.

• A proven history of identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives.

• A strong data-driven and analytical approach to work, with a solid grasp of cost structures and market dynamics.

• A structured and self-directed working style suited to a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.

• Excellent communication skills and assertiveness when engaging with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

• Familiarity with ERP systems and modern procurement tools.

• Business-fluent proficiency in German and English (C-level).

🏝️ Benefits

• Enjoy the flexibility of working from our brand-new offices in central Hamburg, Berlin, Munich, or Cologne and/or remotely.

• Utilize your technical equipment for personal use outside of work hours.

• Be part of a rapidly growing company with substantial development opportunities, where you can work independently and see the impact of your contributions.

• Operate within a flat-hierarchy structure, assume responsibility early on in your onboarding, and collaborate directly with members of the management team.

• Contribute to the megatrend of energy and mobility transition, making a meaningful impact on the sustainable transformation of our energy infrastructure through your work.

• Stay active with access to over 7,600 fitness partners via the EGYM Wellpass.

• Maintain flexibility and eco-friendliness with our company bike leasing option (JobRad), whether you prefer a city bike or an e-bike.

• Take advantage of perks and discounts through Futurebens.