Overview As Global Category Manager, you will shape the global strategy for Automation & Electrical Items and drive value through strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships. You’ll operate across procurement, engineering, and legal teams to optimize costs, quality, and innovation at a worldwide scale. The role combines market intelligence, large RFQ leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver sustainable savings and platform-level improvements. This is a high-impact, globally exposed role with a clear emphasis on strategic influence and supplier-driven value.

Compensaciones / Beneficiosattractive compensation packageprivate health insurance planEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible working hours and hybrid work model23 days of vacation per yeargreat work environment in collaborative team ResponsabilidadesDefine and evolve the global category strategy for Automation & Electrical ItemsLead large, strategic RFQs and negotiate regional/global framework agreementsNegotiate prices, terms, and conditions at global/regional levelsManage strategic supplier relationships focusing on cost, quality, availability, and innovationConsolidate and optimize global/regional supplier baseAssess and manage total cost of ownership (TCO)



across the categoryIdentify cost-saving opportunities and drive cross-functional savings projectsCoordinate with divisions, business units, and legal entities worldwidePlan workshops with suppliers and internal experts to unlock value and innovationMonitor and steer category spend toward preferred suppliers Requisitos principales5+ years of experience in procurement/category managementProven contract management experienceStrong technical and market knowledge of Automation and Electrical PanelsExperience in global, matrix, and centralized procurementSolid background in integral negotiations and supplier managementStrong project management and change implementation skillsHigh cultural awareness and international work experienceFluent in English; German and/or Spanish a plusBachelor in Automation Engineering or Electrical Engineering or similarProject Management qualification is a strong plusStrong stakeholder management and networkingCross-cultural leadership and collaborationStrategic and analytical thinkingMarket intelligence and category strategyTotal Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessmentRFQ leadership and framework agreement negotiations

📌 Global Category Manager- Automation & Electrical Items (f/m/d) (Madrid)
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📍 Madrid