Smiths Detection Germany GmbH_2026-08-07-10:41:09.886 | Germany | 55xxx, 65xxx Wiesbaden | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 11.08.2026 on stepstone.de
Global Category Manager - Mechanical (m/f/d)
As Global Category Manager Mechanical (m/w/d), you are responsible for the global product group of mechanical components and assemblies. They develop and implement procurement strategies, optimize costs, quality and delivery performance and build sustainable supplier relationships. You act in a complex environment with a high volume mix as well as requirements of a regulated market and work closely with internal stakeholders from technology, operations, supply chain and finance.
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Development and implementation of global product group strategies for mechanical components and assemblies taking into account cost, quality, compliance and supply objectives Analysis of international procurement markets and suppliers, identification of savings potentials and development of long-term sourcing and risk strategies for a challenging volume mix Management of strategic purchasing activities, including tenders, supply comparisons, contract negotiations and award decisions Building and developing strategic supplier relationships and ensuring sustainable supplier performance in terms of quality, costs, delivery and innovation Management of contracts and risks to ensure availability and compliance with legal, regulatory and internal requirements in a regulated market environment Close cooperation with international disciplines as well as control of improvement and cost optimization initiatives based on relevant key figures and market analyses
Complete studies in the field of business management, supply chain management, purchasing or a comparable discipline Multiannual professional experience in strategic purchasing, category management or sourcing in an international environment Experience in the management of complex supplier structures and a wide product and volume mix Ideally knowledge in regulated industries (e.g. air safety, medical technology, aerospace, or comparable) German and English knowledge in word and writing Readiness to travel in Germany and abroad Immigrant Police Department
Remuneration according to IG metal tariff E10 - E11 (90.373,99 € to 98.267,43 €) depending on the qualification and experience Possibility to work mobile 2 days a week 39 hours per week 30 days off Free parking on site provided Free charging columns for e-cars and e-bikes if available Canteen Flexible working hours between 6.00 and 19.00 JobRad Capital benefits (after the trial period) Occupational pension (supported by the employer) / Remuneration Congratulations Grants for screen workstation glasses WellPass (supplement to gyms, massages, yoga, wellness, etc.) Special leave for certain occasions (wedding, child birth) Corporate Benefits
Location
 | Smiths Detection Germany GmbH_2026-08-07-10:41:09.886 | |
| Wiesbaden | ||
| Germany |
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