Global Category Manager - Bearings & Fasteners-Full Time-Birmingham,United Kingdom
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Are you a strategic procurement leader with a passion for optimising supply chains and driving innovation? At Sulzer Services, we’re seeking an exceptional Global Category Manager - Bearings & Fasteners to revolutionise supply chain performance and redefine excellence in these vital categories.
The Role:
Develop and execute a cutting-edge procurement strategy for bearings and fasteners globally, fully aligned with divisional and group objectives.
Drive supplier performance to improve On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery, reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), shorten lead times, and minimise Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
Build and manage a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Lead supplier assessments and global negotiations, securing long-term, value-driven partnerships based on quality, cost, and responsiveness.
Collaborate across a global matrix organisation, aligning procurement activities and sharing best practices.
Draft and oversee global framework agreements and contracts, ensuring effective contract management.
To succeed in this role, you will need
A degree in supply chain management, engineering, economics, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
At least 5 years of global procurement or senior supply management experience, with a proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and value.
Strong leadership skills and experience developing high-performing teams.
Expertise in sourcing and procurement principles, supplier management, and modern category management tools.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with ERP systems, customs legislation, and supplier quality management.
Willingness to travel internationally to collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers.
Be at the forefront of global procurement innovation in a high-impact role.
Thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment that values your ideas and empowers you with the autonomy to shape strategies and deliver results.
About us
Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2023, our 13’130 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.3 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com
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Sulzer is a global leader in critical applications for core infrastructure and processes for large essential industries around the world. We ensure the security, quality and durability of critical goods and services by supporting energy security, natural resource management and efficiencies in process industries. This in turn supports the transition to a circular economy. Our integrated solutions add significant value by enabling energy efficiency, carbon emissions and pollution reduction, and process efficiency improvements. Customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality through our responsive network of 160 world-class manufacturing facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2023, our 13’130 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.3 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com
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