Category Manager (Indirect Procurement)

The role is within an international organization operating in a global procurement environment, focusing on indirect categories in a manufacturing setting. The company values procurement as a key driver of business performance, supplier innovation, and sustainable growth.

• Several years of experience in strategic procurement, category management, or sourcing within indirect spend categories.
• Experience working in an international business setting with global or regional responsibilities.
• Strong negotiation skills, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Analytical mindset with confidence in working with market and cost data.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or similar procurement platforms.
• Fluency in both English and Polish.
• Additional European languages considered an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

• Develop and execute global category strategies for indirect spend areas such as maintenance, operational supplies, facility services, capital investments, and construction projects.
• Lead sourcing initiatives and supplier selection across multiple regions.
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities balancing strategic planning with operational execution.
• Build and maintain long-term partnerships with key suppliers to create value and promote continuous improvement.
• Conduct commercial negotiations and manage supplier contracts to ensure cost, quality, and service level optimization.
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and cost drivers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders from manufacturing, engineering, technical operations, facilities management, and project teams.
• Support procurement transformation efforts and participate in business-wide cost optimization programs.
• Track procurement performance and prepare regular reports and analyses.