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Fluence Energy is seeking a Category Manager for chillers/HVAC to drive sourcing strategies and supplier management. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in category management, particularly in negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance while thriving in an international environment.
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Job Summary
You will source new partner suppliers and continually assess your supplier base.
You will develop the sourcing strategy in alignment with product management, operations, and technology.
You will manage supplier selection based on Total Cost of Ownership criteria (incl. system cost comparison, quality, reliability, delivery, transport costs, long term production plan etc.).
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Fluence Energy is seeking a Category Manager for chillers/HVAC to drive sourcing strategies and supplier management. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in category management, particularly in negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance while thriving in an international environment.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Source new partner suppliers
Develop sourcing strategy
Lead cost reduction
Manage sourcing risk
Manage supplier selection
Improve existing supplier performance
Nice-to-have
Agile and self-reflection
Diversity in thought and experience
Honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree with 5-7+ years experience
Master's degree with 3+ years experience
Experience negotiating contracts
Experience reducing risks and costs
Comfortable working with teams in different time zones