Global Category Manager leading sourcing initiatives and managing R&D supplier performance. Collaborating on category strategy and driving innovation across global operations.
Responsibilities
To plan and lead Category initiatives for categories globally
To lead proactive sourcing projects, specification definition and demand management
Manage R&D supplier performance and innovation activities
Requirements
University/Advanced degree is required
Master’s Degree/other advanced degree is preferred
Preferably > 8-10 years of relevant subject experience in Procurement (indirects)
Cross Cultural Experience
Strategic sourcing and stakeholder management experience
Strong and effective written and verbal communications (English)
Experience in Research and development category (preferred)
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