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| Winterthur | Sprache: en |
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Sulzer ist ein führendes Ingenieurunternehmen mit einer stolzen Tradition der Innovation. Werden Sie Teil unseres
globalen Teams, um Ihr Fachwissen zu erweitern und innovative Lösungen zu entwickeln, die eine prosperierende und
nachhaltigere Gesellschaft ermöglichen.
Was Sie erwartet
We are looking for a Global Category Manager Fabrications and Subcontracting to join our Headquarter team in
Winterthur.
As a Global Category Manager reporting directly to the Global Head of Supply Chain, you will be a key contributor to
Sulzer’s Excellence journey, you will be responsible to develop and drive cost-effective, high-quality supply chains,
foster supplier innovation and mitigate risks — all while aligning with global business goals. This role offers
high-impact collaboration, supplier relationship management, and the chance to influence procurement on a global level.
Join our team if you bring an entrepreneurial approach with a focus on impact and value creation.
Your main tasks and responsibilities:
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Develop and execute global category strategies for fabricated parts and subcontracted manufacturing services
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Identify, qualify, and manage strategic suppliers; drive performance and foster innovation
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Lead cost competitiveness initiatives through sourcing, value engineering, and cross-functional collaboration
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Negotiate and manage contracts; ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and quality standards
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Monitor market trends and risks to maintain category competitiveness and supply chain resilience
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Leverage market intelligence and benchmarking to support strategic sourcing decisions and supplier development
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Drive cross-divisional collaboration to ensure consistent category management and significant impact across the
organization.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business with 9+ years’ experience in global strategic sourcing,
category management, or procurement, ideally in project-based environments
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Strong technical understanding of fabrication processes (e.g. welding, machining, surface treatment) and relevant
industry standards
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The capability to lead cross-divisional initiatives that strengthen enterprise wide consistency, impact, and category
excellence
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Certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are an advantage
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Proven analytical and commercial acumen, with demonstrated negotiation and supplier development skills
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Familiarity with global sourcing markets, particularly in Eastern Europe, China, and India
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Fluent in English, any other language is a plus
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Flexibility to travel up to 50% based on project and business requirements
Wir bieten
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An innovative, vibrant and agile culture where you can contribute to our group-wide Supply Chain Excellence journey
and collaborate cross-functional in a truly global organization
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Excellent social benefits (holidays, pension fund etc.)
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Attractive employment conditions
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Access to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment and Lifestyle
Sulzer ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit fördert. Wir glauben an die Stärke einer vielfältigen Belegschaft
und setzen uns für ein integratives Arbeitsumfeld ein.
Wir sind stolz darauf, in Brasilien, Kanada, China, Finnland, Deutschland, Irland, Mexiko, der Schweiz, Südafrika,
Großbritannien und den USA als Top-Arbeitgeber 2026 ausgezeichnet worden zu sein.