Global Category Manager (f/m/div.) Chemicals

• strategic category management in direct procurement for chemicals
• analyze and monitor markets and cost structures; create internal and external benchmarks
• develop and implement strategies for the assigned categories aligned with business needs
• prepare and execute negotiations and RFQs and set up supplier agreements
• manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• monitor supplier performance and compliance
• identify and promote saving potentials and best practices; drive cost saving projects
• support innovation transfer from supplier markets to product development

• vocational training in chemistry and / or economics
• experience as Strategic Buyer and / or Technician in the paper / chemical industry
• solid experience in working with professional business partners

• negotiating skills, independent, international work with good judgement and persuasiveness
• intercultural competence and excellent stakeholder management skills
• ability to quickly acquire new learnings
• result-driven and "never-give-up" mentality
• willingness to challenge comfort zones
• strong communication skills and ability to work in a team

• English and German fluent written and spoken