As a Global Category Manager, you will drive the strategic management and optimization of a insulation raw material and IKCs on a global scale. You will be responsible for developing robust category strategies, enhancing supplier
partnership, manage overall supply base performance, leading global supplier negotiations, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment with business objectives. This role is key to achieving cost savings,
enhancing product quality, managing sustainability initiatives, and fostering innovation across the organization.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and implement impactful category strategies that enhance cost efficiency, quality, and environmental responsibility.
• Analyze market trends and opportunities to position our category for success in the competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with diverse teams, including product development, marketing, and operations, to ensure alignment with strategic business goals.
• Oversee the supplier lifecycle, from onboarding to performance management, ensuring a robust and reliable supply base.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure the best terms for cost, quality, and service excellence.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring security and resilience in our operations.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within our supply chain, exploring innovative green sourcing opportunities.
• Inspire and mentor regional category managers, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Engineering.
• 10+ years of work experience in category management, strategic sourcing or a related role within supply chain
• management.
• Proven track record of successful supplier negotiations and category strategy implementation.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data sets, identify market trends, and translate
• insights into actionable strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting with suppliers and cross function teams
• effectively.
• Willingness to travel internationally as necessary to engage with suppliers and stakeholders.