Global Category Manager M/F

Vacancy description

Global Category Manager M/F

As a Global Category Manager, you will drive strategic procurement and category management on a global scale. You will develop and implement robust category strategies in collaboration with Regional Category Managers and Sourcing Leads.

Highlights of the offer

  • Job offer expiration: 14/03/2025
  • Type of work: Hybrid
  • Role: Individual Contributor / Specialist
  • Location: Europe, Poland, Szczecin - Goleniowska

Responsibilities

  • Support the development of cross-functional global category management teams.

     

  • Drive strong category performance, balancing short-term KPIs and long-term growth requirements.

     

  • Execute global category management processes and develop strong category strategies.

     

  • Manage supplier selection and status, ensuring successful implementation and performance improvement.

     

  • Ensure global contract coverage with selected suppliers and maintain a risk-minimized supplier base.

     

  • Drive cost-out activities within assigned categories.

     

  • Collaborate closely with regional Sourcing Leads to enhance employee satisfaction and support desired behaviors in Global Sourcing.

     

  • Willingness to travel 20-40 days globally per year.

Our requirements

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

     

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional global teams and strategic initiatives.

     

  • Strong communication and relationship management skills.

     

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic work environment.

     

  • Strong negotiation and facilitation skills.

     

  • Knowledge of the sourcing process and tools, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with D365 or similar ERP systems.

     

  • Open-minded, collaborative, and team-driven with good cooperation skills.

     

  • Well-organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

     

  • Flexibility, agility, and a good sense of humor.

     

  • Experience working in companies with an international/global footprint.

     

  • Open, honest, and straightforward.

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    Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and category management in a global manufacturing company.

We offer

At KK Wind Solutions, we offer you the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across cultures in developing innovative greentech solutions. Founded on our long history as an industry pioneer and strong financial position, we are always looking for ways to improve our business and encourage new ideas and fresh perspectives. Combined with a flat hierarchical structure and a positive and informal working environment with a can-do attitude, this allows our employees to grow both personally and professionally.

Potential Benefits (Depending on Role)

Further information

If the above matches your field of interest and your qualifications, please send your application and resume as soon as possible. Interviews are held on an ongoing basis.

 

For further information, please contact:
Emilia Łukaszewicz + 48 784-415-376
 

About KK Wind Solutions

Building on more than 40 years of experience, KK Wind Solutions is a leading systems supplier to the renewable energy industry. Our capabilities span developing state-of-the-art technologies, high-quality lean manufacturing, and flexible aftermarket services. KK Wind Solutions is owned by A.P. Moller Holding, the parent company of the A.P. Moller Group, established in 1904 by Arnold Peter Møller. We are a global and diverse team of over 3,200 people, working towards delivering products and services that enable a future powered by renewable energy.


At KK Wind Solutions, our culture and DNA are built on a foundation of can-do attitude and innovation. We actively foster an inclusive work environment that embraces diversity, rejects any form of discrimination, and provides equal opportunities for all people. Our commitment lies in cultivating a strong culture centred around health, safety, wellbeing, and effective teamwork.


We wish to inform you that in accordance with requirements of the Whistleblower Protection Act of 14 June 2024 (Journal of Laws of 2024, item 928 as amended), we have implemented a procedure for internal notifications, the content of which can be viewed at https://www.kkwindsolutions.pl/whistleblowing


Visit www.kkwindsolutions.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.