23 ott - Milano
Hitachi
Overview
As a Category Manager, you will shape and lead strategic sourcing for Marketing and Communications, driving value through cost optimization, quality, and supplier reliability. You'll partner with cross-functional teams to implement world-class procurement practices and robust supplier agreements. The role focuses on delivering sustainable outcomes while navigating regulatory contexts. This is a high-impact position where your procurement leadership supports business growth and innovation.
Retribuzione / Benefits
Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
Responsabilità
Design and execute strategic sourcing initiatives within a global framework
Advise stakeholders and align procurement strategies cross-functionally
Lead high-value negotiations with key suppliers and secure favorable terms
Translate global contracts into locally effective, compliant agreements
Evaluate suppliers on quality, cost, delivery, and sustainability
Develop and maintain global/local agreements aligned with company directives
Drive continuous improvement through cost-optimization and SCM best practices
Support risk management and regulatory compliance across the category
Requisiti fondamentali
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field
5+ years of experience, including 3+ years in indirect categories (marketing, communications, consulting, branding)
Proven ability to build cross-functional partnerships and lead international collaboration
Strong negotiation, contracting, and relationship-building skills
Solid project management, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Leadership experience; coaching and knowledge sharing
Fluency in English; strong MS Office, MS Teams, Power BI, SAP Ariba skills
cross-functional collaboration
analytical thinking
leadership and mentoring
MS Office
MS Teams
Power BI