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 / Ventajas attractive compensation package private health insurance plan Employee Assistance Program Flexible working hours and hybrid work model 23 days of vacation per year great work environment in collaborative team Responsabilidades Define and evolve the global category strategy for Automation & Electrical Items Lead large, strategic RFQs and negotiate regional/global framework agreements Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions at global/regional levels Manage strategic supplier relationships focusing on cost, quality, availability, and innovation Consolidate and optimize global/regional supplier base Assess and manage total cost of ownership (TCO)



across the category Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive cross-functional savings projects Coordinate with divisions, business units, and legal entities worldwide Plan workshops with suppliers and internal experts to unlock value and innovation Monitor and steer category spend toward preferred suppliers Requisitos principales 5+ years of experience in procurement/category management Proven contract management experience Strong technical and market knowledge of Automation and Electrical Panels Experience in global, matrix, and centralized procurement Solid background in global negotiations and supplier management Strong project management and change implementation skills High cultural awareness and international work experience Fluent in English; German and/or Spanish aplus Bachelor in Automation Engineering or Electrical Engineering or similar Project Management qualification is a strong plus Strong stakeholder management and networking Cross-cultural leadership and collaboration Strategic and analytical thinking Market intelligence and category strategy Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessment RFQ leadership and framework agreement negotiations

📌 Global Category Manager- Automation & Electrical Items (F/M/D) (Madrid)
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📍 Madrid