Regional Purchasing Category Manager

KONE

Kunshan, China
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10+ years sourcing experience
Supplier negotiation leadership
Vave implementation expertise
The role is responsible for driving product cost competitiveness and implementing VAVE opportunities within a global purchasing organization

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for driving product cost competitiveness and implementing VAVE opportunities within a global purchasing organization.
  • Candidates must lead supplier negotiations, manage production transfers, and ensure supply resilience while minimizing cost impacts.
  • KONE fosters an innovative culture focused on sustainability, ethical practices, and employee engagement to help individuals achieve their career goals.

Matching Summary

The role is responsible for driving product cost competitiveness and implementing VAVE opportunities within a global purchasing organization.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years sourcing experience
  • Supplier negotiation leadership
  • VAVE implementation expertise
  • Supply chain risk mitigation
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Elevator or escalator business knowledge
  • Strong English communication skills
  • Willingness to travel internationally
  • Change management capabilities
  • Ethical business practices focus

Key Requirements

  • B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management
  • Minimum 10 years of sourcing skills and experience
  • Excellent level of English proficiency required

Work Rights

Not specified

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