Category leader - indirect procurement
Pubblicato il 23-08-2026 - Sun Chemical in Milano
Our range for this position goes from a minimim of €69,000 to a maximum of €85,000 gross on a yearly basis.
Responsibilities Gathering business specifications and requirements for global needs, conducting RFXs and auctions through an e‐Sourcing platform, and providing comprehensive reporting on global status to support informed decision‐making. Documenting and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to rigorously monitor supplier performance and ensure the highest standards are consistently met. Developing and delivering impactful Power Point presentations to both executive and non‐executive audiences, clearly communicating challenges, opportunities, and recommendations.
Consolidating the supply chain to reduce complexity and streamline transactions through catalogues, master framework agreements, and other tools. Applying machine learning and AI tools to analyze, define, and execute category strategies that achieve the lowest total cost of ownership from suppliers and contractors. Facilitating procurement processes and policies to ensure alignment across regional and global teams.
Proactively engaging in projects at the earliest stages to drive Category development, growth, and maximum business vantaggi. Executing strategic sourcing projects and supplier selection initiatives using best practices and e‐Sourcing/digital tools. Leading negotiations and the development of key contracts in collaboration with suppliers, legal, finance, and business stakeholders.
Developing risk management strategies to safeguard against potential supply disruptions, including identifying alternative sourcing options.
Leading a supplier enablement strategy to maximize spend transactions and managing key strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and service commitments are met. Optimizing digital cataloguing, including Punchouts, for key procurement contracts.
Gathering customer scorecard data and leading Supplier Executive Business Reviews to drive continuous performance improvements.
Position Requirements
Business‐level fluency in English, both verbally and in writing. A Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 7 years of experience in an Indirect Procurement Category Management role. Hands‐on experience with SAP Ariba and other SAP tools.
A proven track record in international procurement and sourcing, with demonstrated success leading change and cost reduction initiatives in cross‐cultural environments. Strong oral and written communication skills, with excellent organizational, problem‐solving, and decision‐making abilities. A self‐motivated and proactive mindset with a talent for identifying and pursuing project opportunities. 3 to 5 years of experience using Microsoft Office products at a medium to expert level, including Excel, Teams, Outlook, Share Point, and other Microsoft tools.
Experience developing and presenting to senior level management on a routine basis. Excellent analytical and financial acumen, including cost modelling, budgeting,
and forecasting. Proven strategic thinking and decision‐making abilities, with experience leading functions in a complex, matrixed environment.
Strong influencing and change management skills, with the ability to build relationships and credibility across the organization, paired with solid internal and external negotiation skills. Deep sourcing and procurement proficiency, including strategic sourcing expertise and a strong understanding of sourcing methodologies and tools.
Benefits We offer a range of market‐competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Note: The base pay range listed is a good‐faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.