EMEA Category Manager - Trading Goods (m/f/d)

EMEA Category Manager - Trading Goods (m/f/d) Jetzt bewerben Knauf stands for opportunity. This exciting role offers you the ideal opportunity to begin and further develop an impressive career within a values-driven culture. As a global building materials manufacturer with around 43,500 employees in over 90 countries , we offer diverse opportunities to ambitious talent. We value every contribution and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment with the aim of developing sustainable solutions for a better future . Knauf Gips KG is proud to be a part of the Knauf Group. With a long-standing tradition, and a growing international presence, we are seeking dedicated individuals to help us achieve our long-term vision. Can you say ‘yes’? Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you? Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions? Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions? Do you strive for personal and professional growth? What you'll do You analyze global procurement markets and identify procurement networks, suppliers, capacities, and technologies through market intelligence to optimize Knauf’s supply chains, focusing on the product groups of galvanized profiles, screws, and stamped parts Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, you develop and execute the regional category strategy, focusing on supply security, margin and market growth, cost and CO2 reduction, as well as make-or-buy analyses You manage supplier selection and negotiations, set commercial frameworks, and foster stakeholder management to maximize the value contribution of global procurement as a competitive advantage Furthermore, you drive the development of the supplier portfolio, create cost transparency, and establish methods, tools, and processes for benchmarking and best-practice sharing Finally, you support cross-functional projects, generate cost-saving initiatives, and collaborate with the legal department to finalize contractual agreements Who you are You hold a university degree in business, economics, or engineering with a focus on procurement, or possess comparable professional qualifications, and have at several years of experience in international strategic procurement at a high financial level Expertise in sourcing methodologies, category management, and supply chain management is paired with strong negotiation skills and in-depth market knowledge Your profile is characterized by strategic thinking, project management expertise, and excellent analytical, communication, and intercultural collaboration skills As an authentic, goal-oriented, and self-driven team player and leader, you excel in building networks and fostering cooperation within international and culturally diverse environments You are fluent in English and willing to travel up to 40% What we offer you We all shape our lives individually. As an employer, we play a significant role in the daily life of our employees and aim to support them with various offerings. This includes, among other things: Security : Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family-owned company. Flexibility : 30 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flexitime account with a broad time window for flexible working and weekly home office days. Fitness and health : Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g., fitness studio Iphofen, swimming training, soccer, etc.), as well as opportunities for active health promotion through our company doctor and occupational health and safety offers. Daily time savings: Ample parking and direct access to public transport from the company premises (train, bus). Future planning : Subsidies for capital-forming benefits and offers for company pension schemes. Welcome approach : Individual onboarding days, company and team events, subsidized company canteen and our Barista coffee bar. Career and professional development : Individual support and promotion for part-time studies, further education and training. Benefits and vouchers : Discounts on well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases. E-Bike leasing : Using tax advantages while promoting your own health. Relocation support : Assistance with international relocation Knauf as an employer Knauf Gips KG is a German company specialising in innovative systems for dry construction, flooring, plaster and facades. Our high quality dry construction systems are renowned for their excellent acoustic, fire and thermal insulation for floors, walls and ceilings. The Knauf Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we make all personnel decisions across all areas of our company based on experience, skills and integrity. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion and so forth. Share our values and become part of the team to shape the future of Knauf together. Abteilung Einkauf Standorte Iphofen Arbeitsort (Präsenz, Home) Hybrid Firmenname Knauf Gips KG Arbeitsort Hybrides Arbeiten Iphofen Arbeitswelt & Kultur Die Mitarbeiter von Knauf haben einen großen Anteil am Erfolg des Unternehmens. Ihre Leistung, Kompetenz und Motivation beruhen auf der Umsetzung der Knauf Werte in der täglichen Arbeit. Die individuellen Leistungen tragen zum gemeinsamen Erfolg im Team bei. Dies ist die Basis für das weitere Wachstum der Knauf Gruppe. Über Knauf Deutschland Der Hauptsitz der Knauf Unternehmensgruppe befindet sich im unterfränkischen Iphofen. Von dort aus werden globale Strategien entwickelt und angestoßen. Weltweit ist Knauf einer der führenden Hersteller von modernen Dämmstoffen, Trockenbausystemen, Putzen und Zubehör, Wärmedämmverbundsystemen, Farben, Estrichen, Fußbodensystemen sowie Baugeräten und Werkzeugen. Mit mehr als 320 Produktionsstätten und Vertriebsorganisationen in über 90 Ländern gehört die Knauf Gruppe zweifelsohne zu den Big Playern auf dem Weltmarkt. Lesen Sie hier mehr über unsere Geschichte. Gegründet 1932 Mitarbeitende 43.500 Umsatz € 15,6 Mrd.