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Category Manager

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

Konecranes is a global leader in lifting equipment and services, committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees feel respected and engaged. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of innovation and excellence.

We are looking for a Category Manager to join our Electrics Procurement Team within the central organization. This diverse team, comprises of professionals from various countries, provides great exposure to international supply chain management and electrics procurement across multiple business areas. You will be working with cross functional teams and gain hands-on experience in global electrics procurement across multiple business areas. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration and practical problem-solving. If you're someone who is passionate about procurement & enjoys working in electronics supply chain across borders making tangible impact, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Global category management for low voltage components (contactors, breakers, connectors), Io T hardware (Telecom devices), transformers, and other electronic components(Resistors, Filters, suppressors and stabilators )
• Create and maintain category strategies and action plans to achieve strategic targets and annual cost reduction goals.
• Identify and map stakeholder requirements within the category to ensure alignment.
• Support Engineering on NPD projects.
• Prepare and lead negotiations with suppliers, ensuring the establishment of effective Supplier Agreements in line with Konecranes standards.
• Actively drive Cost reduction projects for the category responsibility.
• Drive supplier segmentation initiatives to consolidate and allocate spend towards capable and competitive suppliers.
• Regularly update stakeholders on the status and activities within categories.
• Act as a supplier manager, accountable for maintaining strong relationships with selected suppliers.
• Foster mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers to ensure Konecranes maintains a competitive advantage and mitigates supply disruption risks.
• Facilitate collaboration among category stakeholders and lead the Supplier Manager Network.
• Analyse industry trends and supplier capabilities to inform negotiation strategies and category development.

What You Should Bring:

• University degree in Engineering or Economics with related technical field experience.

• 7+ years of experience in a Sourcing manager/ Category Manager role within an international company, demonstrating a proven track record.
• Strong knowledge and experience in the electrical and electronics components supply chain (contactors, breakers, connectors), Io T hardware (telecom devices/modems), transformers, filters, suppressors, and resistors.

Additional information about this position can be obtained from Rakshita Singh, Director Category Group (Electrics) at rakshita.singh@konecranes.com. Please fill out application by October 20th, 2024.

Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.
Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.