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.

Responsibilities / Tasks
Key Responsibilities Include
Strategy & Market Intelligence

Define and continuously develop the global category strategy for Automation & Electrical Items

Analyze global market trends, supply base dynamics, pricing, volumes, and product developments

Provide structured global market overviews and insights to internal stakeholders

Sourcing & Supplier Management

Lead large and strategic RFQs and negotiate regional and global framework agreements

Conduct negotiations on prices, terms, and conditions at integral and regional level

Conclude framework agreements in close cooperation with Legal and Compliance

Manage and further develop strategic supplier relationships, focusing on cost, quality, availability, and innovation





Consolidate and optimize the global/regional supplier base

Cost & Value Optimization

Assess and manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across the category

Independently identify cost‑saving opportunities, including price and technical comparisons

Lead cross‑functional projects to realize sustainable savings and process improvements

Track savings development across divisions and implement countermeasures in case of deviations

Stakeholder & Project Leadership

Act as an interface between vendors, procurement, and engineering

Coordinate closely with divisions, business units, and legal entities worldwide

Support local organizations in negotiations and implementation of savings initiatives

Plan and facilitate workshops with suppliers and internal experts to unlock additional value and innovation

Monitor and steer category spend toward preferred suppliers

Your Profile / Qualifications
Educational

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