Procurement Manager

pbGlobal Category Manager - Direct Materials /b /p pbLocation: Site-based role in the wider Landquart area /b /p pWe are recruiting an experienced Global Category Manager to join the global procurement team of a leading international manufacturing business. /p pThis is a commercially demanding role for someone who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments, enjoys challenging supplier negotiations and knows how to deliver savings even when supplier choice is limited. /p pYou will take ownership of global direct material categories, with responsibility for cost reduction, supply security, sourcing strategy and supplier performance. The underlying position has a strong focus on securing competitive market pricing, developing alternative suppliers and reducing raw material supply risk. /p h3What you'll be doing /h3 ul liLead complex commercial negotiations with global suppliers /li liDeliver ambitious and measurable cost savings /li liManage suppliers within monopoly and oligopoly markets /li liBenchmark pricing through RFQs and market analysis /li liIdentify and develop alternative and lower-cost suppliers /li liProtect continuity of supply and mitigate category risk /li liDrive supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery /li /ul h3What we're looking for /h3 ul li15+ years' procurement experience, ideally within automotive, chemicals or another demanding manufacturing environment /li liStrong direct materials, category or commodity management experience /li liA proven track record of personally leading difficult supplier negotiations /li liExperience delivering measurable savings in challenging market conditions /li liStrong commercial awareness and negotiation skills /li liExperience working with limited supplier markets /li liA resilient, hands-on approach and ability to perform under pressure /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr