LOBA WAKOL | Germany | 66xxx Pirmasens | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 31.07.2026 on stepstone.de
Strategic Buyer as Global Category Manager in the Packaging Division (m/f/d)
We are an independent part of a globally active, medium-sized group of companies in family ownership with approx. 4.100 employees and approx. € 1.1 billion. We employ around 430 employees. We develop, produce and distribute successfully adhesives, varnishes and compounds with high quality standards. Technical excellence, high-quality products and an extremely pronounced customer orientation are the key factors for the success of the LOBA WAKOL Group. Together with you, we want to actively shape the future. We are looking to strengthen our team in Pirmasens:
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
As a Global Category Manager, you develop procurement strategies, implement them and have a comprehensive look at the market and industry You maintain close relationships with your selected suppliers to ensure efficient supply chains and to guarantee the best prices, payment terms and service levels The verification of supplier services and the recognition and elimination of potential risks such as delivery interruptions, price fluctuations and legal changes are carried out by you In cooperation with internal teams, you bring the procurement strategies into line with our business objectives and ensure compliance with the relevant regulations and guidelines You promote continuous automation and optimization of procurement processes
You have a Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing (m/w/d) or similar with corresponding multiannual experience in (strategic) procurement and supplier management In handling procurement software and tools (e.g. SAP, PowerBI) you are safe You are team players, have leadership skills and communication talent With negotiation skills, organizational and project management skills, you work in a dynamic environment You have language skills in German and English (safe for negotiation)
We offer you an open working atmosphere with room for manoeuvre and a valuable culture of cooperation in an international premium brand With us you work team-oriented and flexible and receive a performance-oriented compensation package including additional, attractive employer services such as extra holiday days, company pensions, care supplement insurance, sliding time, Christmas and holiday money Various possibilities for internal qualification and further training
Location
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| Pirmasens | ||
| Germany |
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