Global Category Manager (Direct Proucurement)

Global Category Manager (direct Procurement) Caponago EUR 50.000 - 70.000 For our Italian Branch located in Caponago (MB), we are seeking a committed and proactive: Global Category Manager (f/m/d) Your daily contribution: As "Global Category Manager," you are the leader of the assigned Category responsible for defining, implementing, and executing effective strategies aimed at achieving the set targets of cost reduction, optimizing and managing the total category spend throughout the Burckhardt Compression Group while maintaining the prerequisites of quality and delivery performance. The "Global Category Manager" in his/her role works across BC, has access to, and provides guidance to the sourcing and project procurement resources of the various procurement organizations. Main tasks: Analyze spend/demand/future development in the assigned category. Set category strategy and implementation plan for assigned global categories according to business needs. Maintain Burckhardt Compression "Approved vendor list" for the assigned category. Negotiate and make global frame agreements for assigned categories. Ensure adherence to the set category strategy (Controlling). Improve cost level and service quality of existing suppliers (Cost, Delivery performance, and Quality of supply) in cooperation with the regional project procurement teams. Manage projects and other tasks related to the category projects assigned. Coordinate with other category managers and procurement organizations for allocation and use of resources available in the BC group. Your Profile: Prior work experience in the area of Consultancy (Supply Chain)/Category Management/Strategic Procurement within a technical industrial corporation. Extensive knowledge of sourcing theory and practice. Solid understanding and technical knowledge in the area of mechanical auxiliaries within engineering industry set-up. Track record of commercial and contractual expertise, paired with analytical thinking, strong initiative, and negotiation skills. Very solid PC skills (Word, Excel, SAP, MS-Project), strong IT system knowledge, and ideally knowledge of BI tools. Fluent in English (verbal and writing) and preferable Italian/German language skills. Experience in negotiation with suppliers and contract management. Your Personality: Excellent interpersonal skills in an international environment. Willingness to lead teams and grow in responsibility. Sharp analytical thinking, exceptional problem-solving skills. Effective communication skills on all hierarchy levels. Ability to influence others and align various interests (Leadership qualities). Readiness to travel (approx. 20% per year). Exceptional team player with multi-cultural skills. We offer: Flexible and hybrid working conditions. Versatile and autonomous activities and tasks. Working environment with professional development opportunities. Participation in job-related training and further education. Appreciative cooperation with a family-like corporate culture. Demonstrated lived values that value diversity. Dynamic, international environment with committed employees. Structured induction process. We look forward to receiving your complete application documents. Burckhardt Compression (Italy) srl | Location: Caponago (MI) Cristina Pistoia | Phone: 39 331 7519665 Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented, and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: emilia-romagna, IT

Posted Date: 1/12/2025