Senior Category Manager - Rubber & Castings

An exciting role awaits an experienced professional in the strategic category management for castings and rubber components category in the North-Rhine Westphalia region. This pivotal position offers the chance to lead and develop category strategy, align with regional procurement teams, and drive value and sustainability in the supply chain. The role involves close collaboration with segment and divisional product leaders, operations, and other key stakeholders to develop and implement strategic plans that enhance overall performance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Strategic Leadership: Develop and drive the category strategy for castings and rubber, including strategic sourcing partnerships, leading negotiations, and strategy implementation.

- Global Collaboration: Partner with the Global Category Manager and other regional managers to improve Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

- Supplier Management: Lead supplier development, supply base consolidation, cost reduction...