Global Category Manager – CAPEX, Construction & Manufacturing/Process Equipment

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

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement sourcing and category management strategies that align with both global and regional business goals.

• Facilitate cross-functional teamwork with property teams, EHS, manufacturing, AME, engineering, quality, and essential business stakeholders to ensure cohesive decision-making and efficient project execution.

• Oversee supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and legal standards.

• Perform market and industry analysis, benchmarking, and competitive assessments to support strategic sourcing choices.

• Initiate projects aimed at cost savings, risk reduction, operational stability, and sustainability.

• Lead or assist in supplier transitions, audits, capability assessments, and performance reviews.

• Track category performance metrics and apply continuous improvement initiatives.

• Guarantee compliance with internal policies, quality systems, governance frameworks, and legal obligations.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to team members or direct reports to foster capability development and high performance.

• Participate in and contribute to global and regional sourcing programs, transformation efforts, and strategic initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Significant experience in Sourcing or Category Management, with knowledge comparable to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

• Demonstrated success in Indirect Sourcing, including capital equipment, services, or related categories.

• Proven experience in leading global sourcing and category management efforts, encompassing strategy formulation, supplier selection, and execution across various regions.

• Expertise in contract negotiation, including SOWs, pricing frameworks, commercial terms, and supplier agreements that yield optimal results.

• Established people-leadership experience, including managing, developing, and mentoring direct reports or project teams to achieve exceptional performance.

• Strong capability to function effectively within a matrixed organization, utilizing analytics and insights to build business cases, influence senior leadership, and instigate change.

• Proficient in developing intricate RFx packages, should-cost models, scorecards, and award criteria.

• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, paired with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Proven project management expertise, with the capacity to document, plan, execute, and communicate programs effectively.

• High adaptability, urgency, and integrity, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Strong technical skills with the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Proficiency in English, with additional languages being an advantage.

• Willingness to travel and engage with global stakeholders outside of standard business hours when required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Total rewards are structured to unlock your ambition by providing the support and flexibility needed to transform your ideas into world-changing realities.

• Salary and benefits meet the expectations of an organization with global strength and scale.

• Surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that emphasizes care, collaboration, and support.