Location:

Europe (Hybrid) Travel:

Up to 25% international travel

Department:

Global Category Management

Reporting to:

Senior Director of Category Management

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded

Global Mechanical Category Manager

to lead the development and execution of category strategies across our global mechanical spend portfolio. This is a strategic role that combines engineering knowledge, procurement expertise and stakeholder management. You will work closely with teams across engineering, operations, manufacturing and finance to deliver sustainable value, strengthen supplier partnerships and support business growth through innovative sourcing strategies. This position would particularly suit someone with a strong engineering background who has successfully transitioned into procurement, category management or strategic sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement global category strategies that align with business objectives and deliver measurable value

Analyse spend patterns, market trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities, risks and efficiencies

Lead supplier selection, evaluation and performance management activities across global operations

Build and maintain long-term strategic supplier relationships that support quality, delivery, innovation and sustainability goals

Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts to achieve the best value while mitigating risk

Partner with internal stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, operations and finance to understand requirements and align sourcing strategies

Lead change management initiatives to support the successful implementation of sourcing projects and new ways of working

Develop category methodologies, governance and best practice processes that can be deployed globally

Identify supply chain risks and develop robust mitigation and contingency plans

Essential Skills

Change management

Building strong, trusted relationships at all levels of an organisation

Commercial negotiations





Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills

Ability to collaborate across global and cross-functional teams

Excellent listening and communication skills

Strategic thinking and category methodology development

Confidence to challenge constructively and drive positive change

Creative mindset with the ability to develop and improve processes independently

What We're Looking For Experience & Qualifications

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline preferred

MBA qualification desirable

Solid experience in category management, strategic sourcing or procurement

Strong technical or engineering background (ideally Mechanical Engineering) Experience developing and executing category strategies within a global environment

Industrial or manufacturing sector experience, such as Aerospace, Defence, Energy, Rail, Advanced Manufacturing

Proven track record of supplier management, contract negotiations and delivering commercial value

Good level of written and spoken English

Personal Attributes

Demonstrates strong business and commercial acumen

Builds credibility quickly and forms trusted relationships

Comfortable influencing senior stakeholders and challenging established thinking

Combines analytical rigour with practical decision-making

Enjoys working in complex, international environments

Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

Thrives in a collaborative, matrix organisation

Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to shape general sourcing strategies within a highly technical and international business. You'll have the chance to influence key decisions, work with strategic suppliers worldwide, and play a significant role in driving operational and commercial performance across multiple regions.

With regular

international travel , this role offers exposure to global teams, suppliers and manufacturing operations across Europe and beyond.

If you have an engineering foundation, strong category management expertise and the ambition to influence procurement strategy on a global scale, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Global Mechanical Category Manager (Madrid)
🏢 Mirion Technologies
📍 Madrid