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KUKA-AG

Category Procurement Manager (m/f/d)

Dortmund

FULL TIME

September 13, 2024

August 22, 2024


Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?
At Swisslog, that’s where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that’s harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We’re transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.
Short Facts
    Dortmund, Germany
    Swisslog, hybrid
    Procurement
    Permanent Position
Responsibilities
Make an impact
  • Your main tasks as Category Procurement Manager (m/f/d) will include developing a sourcing strategy and roadmap in close alignment with relevant stakeholders (e.g., product development, project realization) for one or more (sub) categories. You can work on this and all other topics from our modern office in Dortmund or from your home office.
  • You are also responsible for the development and the setup of supplier segmentation for the category you are responsible for, and identify strategic supplier as well as the setup supplier relationship management for strategic suppliers.
  • As expert in respective your category (markets, price developments, supplier market, latest trends) you are accountable for competitive pricing, ensure supply chain resilience and mitigation of supply chain risks.
  • In addition, you take care of the regional implementation of the global strategy and organization as well as the global lead of category and regional (execution) lead for one region.
  • Equally important is the development of global category standards such as RFI/RFP Templates, price templates and contract templates.
  • Rounding off, you always have the focus on relevant KPIs and deliver on defined targets guaranteed, among other things, by the collaboration and interaction with other Procurement teams (e.g., Project Procurement, Operational Procurement and Global Process Owner & Digital solution team).
Application Requirements
What you need to succeed
  • Your studies in Master Business Administration ideally in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Management or Engineering form the basis of your profile.
  • In addition, you have minimal five years experience in strategic purchasing, preferable also experienced in tactical and operational purchasing as well as in negotiations.
  • You can also demonstrate knowledgeable in state-of-the art digital procurement tools such as Ariba, Jaggaer, Coupa or similar tools. Furthermore, you have a good knowledge of SAP R3 MM.
  • Furthermore, you have working experience in a global/corporate company with a mature procurement organization and you are experienced in data analysis to perform should-cost modelling, target cost models, detect cost leakages etc..
  • Others value you as an open-minded person who deals with people of all levels and countries in an appreciative and effective manner. You are part of your team and enjoy sharing your knowledge.
  • Finally, you have fluent communication skills in German and English (written and spoken). Every other language besides German and English is beneficial.
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Our promise to you
Swisslog is a world of opportunity for people who can deliver a game changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics, by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.
Join us on this journey and you’ll be part of a global enterprise that’s proud of its Swiss roots - and hugely excited by the worldwide opportunities open to everyone in the Swisslog family. So come and realize your potential, in a team that’s united by passion and driven by the One Swisslog team spirit.
About Swisslog
Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We’re a team of 3,000+ experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we’re implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. So join our team and share your unique perspective.
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