Head Of Global Category Management (f/m/d)

HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.

Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland
Fully remote
10+ years strategic sourcing experience
Global category management expertise
Complex supplier negotiation skills
This enterprise-level role requires defining and driving global category strategies across a diverse supplier landscape supporting manufacturing and installation activities

Job Summary

  • This enterprise-level role requires defining and driving global category strategies across a diverse supplier landscape supporting manufacturing and installation activities.
  • The successful candidate will act as the functional authority for regional teams, steering execution through strong leadership and influence.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing complex RFx processes, managing supplier lifecycles, and ensuring robust risk mitigation and sustainability actions.

Matching Summary

This enterprise-level role requires defining and driving global category strategies across a diverse supplier landscape supporting manufacturing and installation activities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years strategic sourcing experience
  • Global category management expertise
  • Complex supplier negotiation skills
  • Supply chain risk mitigation
  • Sustainability and responsible sourcing

Nice-to-have

  • Leading through influence in matrix orgs
  • Executive stakeholder relationship building
  • SCM tools and policy improvement
  • International travel willingness

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management
  • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing
  • Proven track record in global sourcing strategies
  • Experience operating in matrix organizations

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