Category Manager

The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader of intelligent solutions for the treatment of mission critical infrastructure areas and demanding terrain. It has recently opened a new Corporate Service Center in Katowice to provide highest quality business services to the group’s various units across Europe.

We are looking for ambitious people who want to create new standards in the world of shared services and start this exciting journey with us. Be a game changer. Be professional. Join our growing CSC in Katowice.

For our Corporate Service Center in PL-Katowice we are currently looking for a:

Strategic Category Management - Hydraulics

Your Responsibilities

• Align Aebi Schmidt Group hydraulics requirements with Key Stakeholders and Manufacturers
• Develop and implement the global hydraulics strategy and associated specific initiatives (independent role, no team to lead)
• Establish global and regional partnerships and contracts with manufacturers, including in-depth knowledge data base and personal network
• Implement hydraulics specification reference database and develop standard hydraulics specifications
• Review and further development of existing as well as selection and qualification of new suppliers and partners (supplier management)
• Drive and realize cost reduction initiatives/projects
• Price and contract negotiations with suppliers
• Continuous observation and analysis of global trends in the procurement markets
• Optimization of purchased parts through innovative impulses from key suppliers (early involvement in the product development process)

Our Requirements

• Degree in Business or Engineering with commercial exposure
• Strong track record in developing and executing procurement strategies in a technical environment
• Experience in hydraulics procurement, beneficial but not mandatory
• Proficiency in Excel & Powerpoint
• Structured and organized
• Proactive and communicative
• Business fluent in English

What we offer

• Opportunity to take an active part in shaping a Corporate Service Center with a unique setup
• Work with people who are passionate of delivering outcomes and a culture of simplification and ownership
• Short decision-making paths
• Private Healthcare
• Top location in Katowice
• Flexible working time
• Friendly and team-oriented working atmosphere, as well as open and direct communication
• Stability of employment