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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Category Management and Sourcing within the industrial sector, with a strong focus on supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and data-driven decision-making. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop strategies that align with business objectives while ensuring compliance with sourcing policies and ISO standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Category ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementContract NegotiationData-Driven Decision-MakingCross-Functional Team Leadership
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Category Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Performance ManagementMarket ResearchCost RationalizationPerformance ManagementISO Standards ComplianceSupplier Consolidation ProgramsAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsProcurement Activities
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making SkillsFlexibility
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeValid Car Driving License
Industry Keywords
Industrial SectorMetal FabricationSupply Chain Risk ManagementCost Competitive Countries SourcingContinuous Improvement
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead assigned categories within the Global Supply Scope for Pulp, Energy & Circularity, Packaging and Tissue, and Performance Parts
- Develop and maintain category strategies aligned with overall business objectives in collaboration with Business Areas
- Build and lead cross-functional category teams
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure a cost-effective supply base through optimal supplier performance
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned with growth targets and Cost Competitive Countries Sourcing
- Coordinate international matrix category teams across commercial, technical, legal and compliance, and regional functions
- Conduct supplier, industry, and market research
- Identify category needs and opportunities with stakeholders across countries and continents
- Develop supplier quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and demand performance
- Manage Partner and Key suppliers as the main commercial contact
- Share supplier and cost information transparently across functions
- Build stakeholder support for category initiatives and sourcing strategies
- Conduct competitive tenders and negotiations to achieve cost savings and favorable contractual terms
- Collaborate with international procurement, sourcing teams, and business areas to execute category strategies
- Ensure category management master data quality for accurate reporting and category KPI development
- Identify and proactively mitigate supply chain risks
- Ensure compliance with sourcing policies, approval processes, and ISO standards
- Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes and tools
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, economics or related fields
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Category Management or Sourcing in the industrial sector in international organizations
- Expertise and experience in metal fabrication industry and processes
- Experience in supplier consolidation programs
- Experience in contract development, negotiation and supplier relationship management
- Strong interpersonal skills, including knowledge in managing matrix teams and geographically and culturally diverse stakeholders
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
- Strong analytical skills, strategic acumen, and cost rationalization mindset
- Ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions for cost-efficient procurement activities
- Valid car driving license
- Willingness to travel
- Self-motivated, engaged, innovative, and passionate approach
- Ability to work with diverse cross-functional teams
- Skills in performance management
- Ability to create an environment that fosters psychological safety
- Flexibility and efficiency in dynamic situations
- High level of integrity and commitment to organizational goals
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive insurance
- Team-building events
- Employee clubs
- Flexible internal mobility program
- Professional development opportunities
- Modern tools
- Learning opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements blending office and remote work
- Healthy work-life balance
- Opportunities for personal development
- Support from Valmet's global network