Global Category Manager, Hard Material

Epiroc Rock Drills AB / Inköpar- och marknadsjobb / Fagersta
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Epiroc is a leading productivity partner for the mining, infrastructure and natural resources industries. With
cutting-edge technology, Epiroc develops and produces innovative drill rigs, rock excavation and construction
equipment, and provides world-class service and consumables. The company was founded in Stockholm,
Sweden, and has passionate people supporting and collaborating with customers in more than 150 countries.
Learn more at www.epirocgroup.com.

Join Epiroc and Shape the Future of Sustainable Sourcing!

Are you seeking an opportunity with global responsibilities? Do you want to lead a strategic category for Epiroc and be part of our sustainable sourcing journey?

At Epiroc, we're revolutionizing the mining and manufacturing industries with our commitment to sustainability and innovation. When we embrace diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds, we become stronger as individuals and as a company. We have a great opportunity to build and restructure our supplier base to have reliable and capable partners for further development.

As a Global Category Manager (Hard Metals), you will be at the forefront of this transformation, playing a crucial role in shaping our supplier base and ensuring we have reliable, capable partners for further development.

Your Mission
In this role, you will develop and execute a Global Sourcing Strategy for Hard Materials, including Tungsten, Cobalt, Cemented Carbide, and PCD, ensuring sustainable and ethical practices in sourcing. You'll stay ahead of economic and market trends, advising the business on the best sourcing strategies for your assigned categories. From supplier selection and negotiations to contracting and relationship management, you will ensure that our global suppliers meet our high standards. Collaborating closely with Global R&D, marketing, sales, and local teams, you will implement category and operations strategies, coach local strategic purchasers, and serve as an advisor for this category.

Ensuring key metrics for the procurement function are met, you'll maintain expertise in sustainable sourcing practices and understanding of conflict minerals to comply with regulatory requirements. Driving negotiations and contract management processes will secure favorable terms and conditions with suppliers while adhering to trade compliance regulations. Your work will include monitoring market trends, conducting supplier evaluations, and managing supplier relationships to ensure adherence to agreed service levels and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Profile
To excel, you should have a Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, along with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including 5 years in strategic sourcing or category management within the manufacturing or mining industry, with a focus on HARD and raw materials. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at various levels are essential. You should have knowledge of sustainable sourcing practices, an understanding of conflict minerals regulations, and experience with trade compliance and regulatory requirements. An analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis, cost management, and experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. Fluency in English is required, with proficiency in Swedish and Chinese being a plus.

Desired Attributes
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks globally.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with the ability to set high performance standards and provide actionable feedback.
• Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written.
• A humble approach, valuing continuous learning and the perspectives of others.
• Calmness under pressure and a proactive thirst for knowledge.
• A commitment to professional and ethical conduct, building trust and credibility.
• Experience collaborating with highly knowledgeable teams and the ability to engage in constructive debates.

Location and travel
The location for this role is Fagersta, Sweden. If a candidate from a different country applies and is successful, local Swedish terms and conditions will apply. Regular global travel will be required (up to 40%).

Application and contacts
In this recruitment process, we review applications on a rolling basis and the role might be filled before the end of the appplication period. Send your application as soon as possible by creating an account in our recruitment system. Last day to apply for this position is 24.07.2024
For more information contact Recruiting manager Ewa Rajczakowska: ewa.rajczakowska@epiroc.com or Recruitment specialist Zuzana Kalivodova: zuzana.kalivodova@epiroc.com

Apply now and be a part of Epiroc's innovative and sustainable future!

Ersättning
Undefined

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Sista dag att ansöka är 2024-07-24
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Arbetsgivarens referens
Arbetsgivarens referens för detta jobb är "73398-42641784".

Omfattning
Detta är ett heltidsjobb.

Arbetsgivare
Epiroc Rock Drills AB (org.nr 556077-9018), https://www.epirocgroup.com

Arbetsplats
Epiroc

Kontakt
Zuzana Kalivodova
+420 602 185 679

Jobbnummer
8779282

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