Leading industrial company based in Birmingham are looking for an experienced Procurement Category Manager to join their procurement team. The company has 15 production plants globally and currently going through a transformation where they are planning to open new offices across Europe and Asia. The successful candidate will be responsible for 150 million spend and be the key person within purchasing division.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for 150 million spend
- In charge of direct procurement commodities: Casting, stamping, metal, machinery & raw materials, traded goods & finished goods
- Strategically collaborate with the cross-functional teams to influence and create unique purchasing methods
- Work directly with R&D to create unique and innovative products
- Play an important part in the global transformation and delivering global projects
- Reporting directly to purchasing director
- 30% travel, Europe, China, South & North America
Skills Experience Required
- Relevant degree, mechanical engineering or MBA is preferred
- 5-15 years of experience preferably from the industrial or automotive background
- Successful track record in purchasing and negotiations with suppliers globally
- Fluent in English, any other language is an advantage
The key benefits of the role include:
- Travel opportunities worldwide
- Senior management development training programs
- An opportunity to become a Global Sourcing Director
- Market-leading salary, benefits
- Company retirement plan