Global Category Manager at Knauf Deutschland
Berlin, Berlin, Germany -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Dec, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Sep, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Description

Can you say ‘yes’?

  • Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you?
  • Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions?
  • Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions?
  • Do you strive for personal and professional growth?

What you'll do

  • You analyze global procurement markets and identify relevant suppliers, technologies, capacities, cost drivers and key market developments for your assigned categories
  • In close cooperation with internal business partners, you develop and implement global category strategies, lead sourcing and RfX activities, and conduct fact-based negotiations with suppliers
  • Responsibilities also include increasing cost transparency, driving savings, and ensuring accurate documentation and tracking in line with internal requirements
  • In addition, you manage the supplier portfolio, align stakeholders, prepare clear management presentations and decision papers, and lead cross-functional projects internationally
  • A further focus lies in supporting the category sustainability roadmap, driving supplier engagement and decarbonization activities, and sharing procurement best practices across regions and business areas


Who you are

  • You hold an university degree in management, economics, or a related discipline and bring at least five years of relevant experience in an industrial or consulting environment
  • Expertise in strategic procurement of direct materials, sourcing, category management and supplier management, combined with practical experience in strategy execution an supplier negotiations
  • Strong affinity for technology and digital tools, including the responsible use of approved AI applications, combined with excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills for analysis, reporting and management presentations
  • Success in this role requires an authentic, target-driven and self-managed personality with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a disciplined approach to documentation and follow-up
  • Experience with Jaggaer or a comparable e-sourcing platform is preferred, basic knowledge of Tableau and SAP is an advantage, and a willingness to travel internationally for up to 30% is required


What we offer you


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