Senior Category Manager

Poste

Temps plein

Permanent

Senior

Modalités

BASEL, Bâle-Ville

Sur site

Competitive salary + bonus

Exigences

Bachelor

Permis UE/AELE

Compétences

Engineering collaborationStrategic sourcingSupply chain managementRisk ManagementAnalytical ThinkingMRO processesspare parts procurementNegotiationVendor ManagementCustom metal components manufacturingProcurement process optimizationCross-Functional Leadership

Langues

Anglais

Allemand

Français

Rémunération

Competitive salary + bonus

Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Category Manager** to join a leading international manufacturing services organization based in Basel, Switzerland. This is a strategic procurement role responsible for developing sourcing strategies across a portfolio of engineered spare parts and maintenance components. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, you will optimize supplier performance, deliver commercial value, and ensure a resilient global supply base supporting manufacturing and aftermarket operations.

Responsabilités

Develop and implement category strategies across spare parts, machined components, electronics, and maintenance-related materials
Lead strategic sourcing activities, supplier selection, and complex commercial negotiations with an international supplier base
Build long-term supplier partnerships focused on quality, cost optimization, innovation, and security of supply
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service teams to support new product introductions and ongoing operational requirements
Identify opportunities to reduce total cost of ownership while mitigating supply chain risks and improving supplier performance

Exigences

Strong Procurement or Category Management experience within an aviation, automotive, or services-related industry
Proven experience sourcing spare parts, machined components, electronics, MRO, or other engineered materials
Strong commercial negotiation skills with experience managing strategic supplier relationships on an international scale
Able to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain stakeholders to deliver business objectives
Analytical, commercially minded, and experienced in developing long-term category strategies
Degree qualified in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline

Avantages

Competitive salary + bonus
Onsite position based in Basel

Entreprise

EMEA Recruitment

Manufacturing

Contact

Neil Cope

neil.cope@emear.com