Category Manager EU

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Overview As EU Category Manager for Indirect & Services, you own the regional sourcing strategy and supplier relationships within a fast-paced industrial automation environment. You will align EU activities with global category leadership while addressing regional specifics, driving cost reductions and value through multi-stakeholder collaboration. You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiations, and supplier performance programs with a focus on risk, compliance, sustainability, and long-term partnerships. This role offers regional ownership with global exposure and a path to impact across divisions. Retribuzione / Benefits * flexible work schedules * global exposure and high visibility * growth and continuous learning * competitive compensation package * trust-based flexible culture Responsabilità * Lead international indirect & services sourcing network and ensure competitive supplier panel * Negotiate prices, contracts,



and terms; establish performance-based contracts and monitor KPIs * Manage spend and savings via Long-Term Saving Plan across the portfolio * Oversee Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to drive performance and continuous improvement * Ensure compliance with ATS policies and integrate risk mitigation and sustainability in supplier selection and contracting * Communicate with internal stakeholders and manage strategic sourcing opportunities * Serve as EU point of contact for indirect sourcing issues; ensure governance and business continuity * Coordinate EU execution with global category leads to align with global direction and regional needs Requisiti fondamentali * Minimum 5–8 years in strategic sourcing in international manufacturing * Strong analytical mindset; ability to work with ERP-derived data * Proven track record in commercial negotiations with international suppliers for multi-million euro spend * English mandatory; additional languages a plus * Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership in multicultural environments * St

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