Experteer Overview As Global Category Manager, you will shape the global strategy for Automation & Electrical Items and drive value through strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships. You’ll operate across procurement, engineering, and legal teams to optimize costs, quality, and innovation at a worldwide scale. The role combines market intelligence, large RFQ leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver sustainable savings and platform-level improvements. This is a high-impact, globally exposed role with a clear emphasis on strategic influence and supplier-driven value.Compensaciones / Beneficios - Define and evolve the global category strategy for Automation & Electrical Items - Lead large, strategic RFQs and negotiate regional/global framework agreements - Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions at global/regional levels - Manage strategic supplier relationships focusing on cost, quality, availability, and innovation - Consolidate and optimize global/regional supplier base - Assess and manage total cost of ownership (TCO) across the category - Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive cross-functional savings projects - Coordinate with divisions, business units, and legal entities worldwide - Plan workshops with suppliers and internal experts to unlock value and innovation - Monitor and steer category spend toward preferred suppliersResponsabilidades - 5+ years of experience in procurement/category management - Proven contract management experience - Strong technical and market knowledge of Automation and Electrical Panels - Experience in global, matrix, and centralized procurement - Solid background in global negotiations and supplier management - Strong project management and change implementation skills - High cultural awareness and international work experience - Fluent in English;
German and/or Spanish aplus - Bachelor in Automation Engineering or Electrical Engineering or similar - Project Management qualification is a strong plusRequisitos principales - attractive compensation package - private health insurance plan - Employee Assistance Program - Flexible working hours and hybrid work model - 23 days of vacation per year - great work environment in collaborative team