Category Manager

At Straumann we are looking for a Category Manager CAPEX

Job Purpose

The Category Manager / Senior Category Specialist within the Global Procurement function of Straumann group manages a portfolio of selected CAPEX projects. The Category Manager / Senior Category Specialist is responsible to execute the global CAPEX category strategy and drive CAPEX procurement projects end-to-end including construction projects and equipment purchases. In his/her role, the Category Manager / Senior Category Specialist is accountable for the CAPEX procurement performance.

This role reports to the Global Category Manager.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of selected CAPEX procurement projects, including construction projects, globally for the Straumann group by executing with excellence best procurement practices.
• Execute procurement category strategies for selected equipments, that are aligned with the overall business strategy of the Straumann group: ensure the execution of sourcing projects that are integrated, cross-functionally executed and aligned with Straumann business stakeholders.
• Analyze supplier markets and provide recommendations that translate into actionable strategies and forward-looking analysis. Develop expertise, maintain market intelligence and stay abreast of the changing supply base and new technologies.
• Lead and drive CAPEX Procurement projects and achieve targets:

o Lead efforts that drive cost optimization, improve quality, service and enhanced innovation through strategic sourcing, supplier relationship and risk management.
o Identify saving opportunities and manage a global pipeline of sourcing projects and initiatives, including the ones fully executed by him/herself.
o Define and execute strategic sourcing initiatives: lead supplier selection and negotiation through the RFP process, in collaboration with the different Straumann business units and corporate functions.
o Manage supplier performance. Define and execute a yearly communication plan with critical / strategic suppliers.

• Ensure that all countries execute the equipment category strategy as required and agreed by the global category team (track and monitor category performance).

Profile

• Preferred education: Master, MBA academic degree in Business, Economics, or Engineering

• Professional certification: CPSM or CIPS desired

• Language: English (excellent written and spoken), Other: fluency in at least one additional language is advantageous (e.g. German, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese)

Experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 years in strategic procurement role (category management, strategic sourcing) with exposure to supply chain management (regionally or globally), complex strategic sourcing in a global matrix environment, optimal procurement processes and standards.

• Demonstrated performance in working within cross-functional teams, with requisite drive and energy to be successful in delivering a challenging transformation agenda.

• Specific category experience includes at least one of these: mechanical, electronic or additive manufacturing equipment, CAPEX and construction projects.

Personal Attributes & behaviors

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and influence at all levels (including technical and operational) and with all functions at least in English.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and drive tasks to completion in a fixed timeframe, in an agile environment.

• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships across multiple functions, countries, regions and cultures.

• Demonstrated broad understanding of the content, processes and delivery channels in the field of the assigned categories. Expert negotiation skills.

• Proven ability to assess risks associated with supplier and market changes in a regulated environment. Proven ability to identify problems quickly, make sound judgments, establish and implement solutions.

This position is based in Madrid.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Employment Type: Full Time

Alternative Locations: Spain: Madrid

Travel Percentage: 0 - 20%

Requisition ID: 17131