Strategic manager

Join a leading player in the building materials' industry as their Strategic Category Manager - Hard and Soft Services, tasked with optimizing procurement operations across global plants.

As a Strategic Category Manager - Hard and Soft Services, your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute a unified procurement strategy (direct and indirect procurement matters) in line with company strategy,
• Manage procurement budget together with local buyers situated in the sites,
• Collaborate with Plant Directors and other stakeholders to make sure the categories are well worked and well defined
• Focus on cost efficiency, delivery reliability, and risk mitigation.
• Manage and centralize supplier selection, contract negotiations, and long-term partnerships strategically.
• Create a centralized procurement reporting system

About You :

• At least 7 years of experience in procurement roles within industrial environment with prior experience in Hard& soft Services
• Master's degree
• Deep familiarity with global suppliers and market trends.
• Skilled negotiator with a track record of managing supplier relationships effectively.
• Comfortable working within complex project-based organizations.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

About the company :

• A strategic leadership position driving procurement innovation across diverse projects.
• Competitive salary with fringe benefits.
• Exposure to international markets and collaboration opportunities with global teams.
• A supportive environment that values initiative and measurable impact.
• Long-term career development prospects within a growing organization.

If you're passionate about driving operational excellence through strategic procurement leadership, we want to hear from you-apply now!

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