We are looking for a Global Category Manager – Automation & Electrical Items to drive a forward‑looking category strategy on a global 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.You will operate at the intersection of procurement, engineering, and suppliers, acting as a trusted partner for our divisions and business units worldwide.Responsibilities / TasksAs Global Category Manager, you will own the global strategy for Automation & Electrical Items and translate market intelligence into tangible value for the organization.Key responsibilities include:Strategy & Market IntelligenceDefine and continuously develop the global category strategy for Automation & Electrical ItemsAnalyze global market trends, supply base dynamics, pricing, volumes,



and product developmentsProvide structured integral market overviews and insights to internal stakeholdersSourcing & Supplier ManagementLead large and strategic RFQs and negotiate regional and global framework agreementsConduct negotiations on prices, terms, and conditions at global and regional levelConclude framework agreements in close cooperation with Legal and ComplianceManage and further develop strategic supplier relationships, focusing on cost, quality, availability, and innovationConsolidate and optimize the global/regional supplier baseCost & Value OptimizationAssess and manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across the categoryIndependently identify cost‑saving opportunities, including price and technical comparisonsLead cross‑functional projects to realize sustainable savings and process improvementsTrack savings development across divisions and implement countermeasures in case of deviationsStakeholder & Project LeadershipAct as an interface between vendors, procurement, and engineeringCoordinate closely with divisions, business units, and legal entities worldwideSupport loca

📌 Global Category Manager- Automation (España)
🏢 Gea Group
📍 España