Job Description The Category Manager is responsible for Category Management, Strategic sourcing and negotiation, Contract Management and Risk Management of all TKI assigned commodities.This function is a global support function with a direct reporting relationship to the Procurement Director.You are responsible for:Commodity Strategy DevelopmentCollaborate with internal stakeholders to understand the key value objectives of assigned commodity.Organize commodity team meetings to develop balanced commodity strategies aligned with the needs of customersConduct research on supplier market dynamics, cost drivers, supplier business models, total cost of ownership models and historical spend to enhance future negotiations. Ensure this information is maintained and shared throughout the organizationManage and source the total spend for the assigned commoditiesProcurement and RFQ Management:Translate technical requirements into functional specifications and send quotation requests for assigned commoditiesAnalyze offers and prepare award as the Topical expert for assigned categories.Contract Management:Launch and monitor the implementation of awarded contracts in collaboration with the legal department.Negotiate prices, modalities, conditions, and contracts for assigned competitiveness and equality of contracts with suppliers and service providers.Implement KPI’s and SLA’sSupplier Management:Source and identify service updated on the latest market trends.Organize and lead follow-up meetings with suppliers. Qualifications You have a Master degree in industrial or economic sciences or equivalent through experienceYou possess at least 5 years of relevant professional experienceYou are fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and writtenYou have a result and service-oriented mindsetYou feel confident in taking the lead in projectsYou have excellent negotiation, persuasion and analytical skillsYou have the ability to understand business requirements and convert them into solution designs efficientlyYou are known for your hands-on mentalityYou are a team player