CONCAPE is a specialized personnel consulting firm. We are managing a vacancy for a world-leading production company based in SWITZERLAND active in E-Mobility, electronic devices, and groundbreaking new technologies.Job Location and Details:Location: Rheintal, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland (near Lake Constance)Workload: 100%Home Office: 2 days per weekPosition:Senior Global Category ManagerResponsibilities:Conceptualizing and executing global sourcing strategies in a high-tech environment.Assessing competitive "best cost" procurement markets and partners for pneumatic actuators and components.Developing and executing Global Sourcing strategies for assigned direct categories (locations in Switzerland, Eastern Europe, Asia).Acting as a sparring partner and change agent for internal stakeholders in procurement categories, identifying early trends and action fields.Continuously monitoring the performance of material costs and supplier base regarding cost reduction, quality, delivery capability, and risk analysis.International price negotiations, shaping purchasing conditions, and contracts for production materials.Analyzing and optimizing existing purchasing processes in collaboration with internal stakeholders and managing the reporting system to ensure compliance with purchasing and business objectives.Requirements:Significant professional experience in strategic purchasing (+5-10 years).Ideally, experience in developing structures & processes in an international environment.Experience in global matrix organizations is desirable.Business-level English proficiency.Enjoyment in the development, design, and structuring of processes in strategic purchasing.Benefits:From Interview to Relocation - CONCAPE's SupportNext Steps:For any questions, we are available via LinkedIn. We look forward to connecting with you.Your Contact:Fabian Schaad - Recruiting Specialist & Owner - CONNECTING CANDIDATES 8 PERSPECTIVES#J-18808-Ljbffr