In this role, the incumbent will manage electrical and electro-mechanical components. This will entail the following task areas:
Developing medium, long-term category and sourcing strategy in collaboration with Global Procurement Teams, New Product Development and Operations Team
Aligning category and sourcing strategy, tactics and execution plan with relevant stakeholders
Scouting, sourcing incl. RFPs and RFQs, and consolidation of suppliers worldwide (Supplier Relationship Management)
Evaluation of suppliers in cooperation with Quality
Conducting price negotiations, supplier agreements and executing contract management
Optimizing procurement with regards to total cost of ownership, risk minimization, quality assurance, net working capital
Cooperating with relevant stakeholders in order to drive the overall strategy
Implementing, supporting, and ensuring the use of relevant strategic sourcing processes across the group
Contributing to continuous improvement of value and quality
International player in appliances6 months contract with extension optionIn order to be considered for the role, the selected candidate must have:
Commercial or technical education including further education in related fields (Industrial Engineering / Business Administration / Supply Chain or similar)
5-10 years of work experience in category management/strategic or technical purchasing in manufacturing or assembly companies for electric and electro-mechanical components
Experience in Appliances (e.g. professional kitchen appliances) is a plus
Strong Communication in English (a must), German is a strong plus
Experience working in Matrix organizations
Strong stakeholder management skills
Proficient with common ERP Systems e.g. SAP
Ability and openness to travel internationally
Our client, a leading international player in the appliances industry in Canton Aargau, is looking for an experienced Category Manager Appliances (a) to start asap (ideally July/August) in a temporary assignment for the next 6 months with an extension option. Hybrid working model.The selected candidate will receive a great opportunity to have immediate impact on the Procurement Strategy of a highly renowned global player for appliances and broaden their professional expertise as well as network. Hybrid working model.
