Gear up for an exhilarating ride with a Global automotive powerhouse and one of our esteemed clients. They're in the fast lane of a transformative journey in procurement, and they're on the lookout for Global Category Managers across various indirect categories to play a pivotal role in steering their success as they implement Global category management. These include categories such as Logistics, Engineering Services, Utilities / energy, IT, MRO, professional services.

Our clients commitment to innovation and technological advancements in the automotive industry is well respected!

Location and Perks:

• This exciting role is based in Germany, various work locations to suit.
• Embrace the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements.
• Unlock excellent growth opportunities and be part of this exciting journey!

Your Role:

Definition:

• Command the definition and maintenance of a catalog of standardized products and services, orchestrating the perfect harmony with functional counterparts.

Demand Management:

• Inject energy into spend benchmarks, inspiring a reduction revolution.
• Steer Finance/Controlling through budget reviews with the finesse of a maestro.

Supplier Selection:

• Become the star of supplier evaluation, curating the elite bidders list.
• Craft business cases that resonate and prepare approvals

RfQ Process:

• Direct the program RfQ package, igniting a symphony of quotations.
• Evaluate quotes and negotiate contracts, sharing supplier quote revelations with Category Management.

Awarding:

• Take center stage in selecting suppliers for the grand award.
• Choreograph approvals and sign contracts, maintaining a comprehensive supplier database.

Category Strategy:

• Set the stage for the future, defining preferred supplier set requirements.
• Design category guidelines and frame conditions that steal the spotlight.
• Ignite spend productivity ambitions and initiatives that take the audience's breath away.

Demand Forecasting:

• Conduct a thrilling performance with category-wide demand forecasts that dance in rhythm with budgets.

Supplier Set Management:

• Curate the supplier set, negotiating and signing frame contracts with suppliers that harmonize with their vision.

Supplier Evaluation:

• Take a bow as you annually evaluate suppliers using a standard methodology.
• Engage in discussions on evaluation results and action plans, ensuring preferred suppliers are in perfect tune.

Spend Productivity:

• Lead a sensational performance with action plans that unveil cost improvements.
• Conduct a spectacular category-wide spend analytics show for continuous enhancements.

Does this sound like you?

Global procurement and category management prowess, ideally in the automotive or related industries. Commanding a deep understanding of one of the desired indirect categories: Logistics, Engineering Services, Utilities/Energy, IT, MRO, or Professional Services. Your knowledge is the key to orchestrating success. Showcasing your negotiation finesse by revealing your track record in managing supplier contracts, turning every negotiation into a standing ovation. Spotlighting your analytical prowess, unveiling insights that resonate and guide strategic decisions. Weaving your magic with naturally excellent communication and presentation skills, captivating any audience with your charisma.

Embark on this incredible journey and redefine the future of automotive procurement together!