ppWe are looking for a Global Category Manager – Automation Electrical Items to drive a forward‑looking category strategy on a general scale. In this role, you will lead high‑impact sourcing initiatives, manage strategic supplier relationships, and deliver sustainable cost and value optimization across regions and businesses. /p h3Responsibilities / Tasks /h3 h3Key Responsibilities Include /h3 h3Strategy Market Intelligence /h3 ul liDefine and continuously develop the global category strategy for Automation Electrical Items /li liAnalyze global market trends, supply base dynamics, pricing, volumes, and product developments /li liProvide structured global market overviews and insights to internal stakeholders /li /ul h3Sourcing Supplier Management /h3 ul liLead large and strategic RFQs and negotiate regional and global framework agreements /li liConduct negotiations on prices, terms, and conditions at global and regional level /li liConclude framework agreements in close cooperation with Legal and Compliance /li liManage and further develop strategic supplier relationships, focusing on cost, quality, availability, and innovation /li liConsolidate and optimize the global/regional supplier base /li /ul h3Cost Value Optimization /h3 ul liAssess and manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across the category /li liIndependently identify cost‑saving opportunities, including price and technical comparisons /li liLead cross‑functional projects to realize sustainable savings and process improvements /li liTrack savings development across divisions and implement countermeasures in case of deviations /li /ul h3Stakeholder Project Leadership /h3 ul liAct as an interface between vendors, procurement, and engineering /li liCoordinate closely with divisions, business units,



and legal entities worldwide /li liSupport local organizations in negotiations and implementation of savings initiatives /li liPlan and facilitate workshops with suppliers and internal experts to unlock additional value and innovation /li liMonitor and steer category spend toward preferred suppliers /li /ul h3Your Profile / Qualifications /h3 h3Educational Background /h3 ul liUniversity degree (Bachelor or higher) in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar /li liProject Management qualification is a strong plus /li /ul h3Professional Knowledge Experience /h3 ul li5+ years of experience in procurement/category management /li liProven contract management experience /li liMust have strong technical and market knowledge of Automation and Electrical Panels /li liExperience working in global, matrix and centralized procurement organizations /li liSolid background in global negotiations and supplier management /li liStrong project management and change implementation skills /li liHigh cultural awareness and experience working internationally /li /ul h3Other Skills Competencies /h3 ul liFluent in English; German and/or Spanish are a plus /li liAbility to lead and influence international and cross‑cultural teams /li liStrong stakeholder management and networking skills /li liStrategic mindset with excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities /li liComfortable working in complex matrix environments /li liHigh level of ownership, accountability, and reliability /li liClear, confident, and convincing communication style /li /ul h3We Offer /h3 ul liAttractive compensation package aligned with experience, responsibilities, and international exposure /li liPrivate health insurance plan /li liEmployee Assistance Program /li liFlexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote) /li li23 days of vacation per year /li liGreat work environment as part of a collaborative team /li liContinuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally /li liThe opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026 /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Global Category Manager- Automation & Electrical Items (f/m/d) (Alcobendas)
🏢 Gea Group
📍 Alcobendas