Global Category Leader for Insulation Materials and IKCs Transformer Business unit (f/m/d)

The opportunity

As a Global Category Manager, you will drive the strategic management and optimization of a insulation raw material and IKCs on a global scale. You will be responsible for developing robust category strategies, enhancing supplier
partnership, manage overall supply base performance, leading global supplier negotiations, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment with business objectives. This role is key to achieving cost savings,
enhancing product quality, managing sustainability initiatives, and fostering innovation across the organization.

How you'll make an impact

• Develop and implement impactful category strategies that enhance cost efficiency, quality, and environmental responsibility.
• Analyze market trends and opportunities to position our category for success in the competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with diverse teams, including product development, marketing, and operations, to ensure alignment with strategic business goals.
• Oversee the supplier lifecycle, from onboarding to performance management, ensuring a robust and reliable supply base.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure the best terms for cost, quality, and service excellence.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring security and resilience in our operations.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within our supply chain, exploring innovative green sourcing opportunities.
• Inspire and mentor regional category managers, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Engineering.
• 10+ years of work experience in category management, strategic sourcing or a related role within supply chain
• management.
• Proven track record of successful supplier negotiations and category strategy implementation.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets, identify market trends, and translate
• insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting with suppliers and cross function teams
• effectively.
• Willingness to travel internationally as necessary to engage with suppliers and stakeholders.