As a Category Manager, your responsibilities are:Developing and implementing category strategies aligned with business goalsManaging supplier relationships to ensure optimal performance and valueLeading, supporting development, implementation and management of global strategies to provide the segment with optimal supply assurance, pricing, flexibility, quality and delivery performanceCollaborating with cross-functional teams to support procurement initiativesNegotiating contracts and agreements with suppliersMonitoring and managing category performance metricsIdentifying risks and implementing mitigation strategiesEnsuring compliance with procurement policies and proceduresA successful Category Manager should have:A strong background in Procurement & Supply Chain managementExperience in the Industrial / Manufacturing industryProven skills in category management and supplier negotiationExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsA results-driven approach with attention to detailA willingness to travel 25% of the time, mainly in EuropeOur customer offers you:A competitive salary Company car and additional benefitsA permanent position within an international organisationOpportunities for professional growth and developmentBeing part of a leading Industrial / Manufacturing companyIf you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Category Manager in the region of Ghent, we encourage you to apply today!