Location: Europe

Department: Global Indirect Procurement

Reporting line: Direct reporting line to the Director Global Category Cluster

We are looking for a Global Category Manager (m/f/d) for Utilities for our global indirect procurement organization at the earliest possible date.

Department Overview

The Utilities & Sterilization Services department is responsible for the strategic procurement of external services and products in the areas of energy supply (including electricity, gas, steam) and sterilization services. We act as a proactive business partner to internal functions and production sites, aiming to achieve optimal results across the dimensions of quality, supply security, sustainability, innovation, risk, and cost.

The key to successful procurement lies in cross-functional and general collaboration, as well as a deep understanding of technical requirements and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Development and implementation of a global category strategy within the overall global energy procurement strategy




Representation of procurement towards external business partners and senior management
Monitoring of markets, as well as analysis of innovation and technology trends
Negotiation and conclusion of energy contracts with a strong focus on risk and cost optimization
Monitoring regulatory developments in energy markets and deriving required actions
Collaboration with internal stakeholders (e.g., sustainability team, facility management, finance)
Responsibility for CSRD-relevant procurement measures including PPAs, ESG integration, and reporting support

Professional Qualifications

Degree in business administration, engineering, energy economics, or comparable
Several years of experience in strategic energy procurement
Solid knowledge of energy markets (electricity and gas)
Experience with PPAs and sustainability strategies
Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes
Fluency in English and Spanish; German is an advantage
Profic

📌 Energy/ Utilities Expert Procurement Strategic Purchaser (Rubí)
🏢 B. Braun Group
📍 Rubí