Category Manager - Indirect Procurement

ppDo you want to play a key role in shaping global procurement strategies within a fast‑growing, future‑oriented business? /ppABB E‑mobility is looking for a Global Category Manager - Indirect Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and category management at global level, creating measurable value while driving innovation, cost optimization, and resilience across critical indirect spend categories. In this role, you will operate with full global ownership of your assigned commodity - such as Professional Services HR, IT, or Logistics - while working in close collaboration with regional procurement teams and a wide network of international stakeholders. You will be empowered to think entrepreneurially, influence decisions at scale, and transform complexity into competitive advantage. /ppThis is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to ABB E‑mobility’s mission and growth, in an international environment that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. /ph3Your Responsibilities /h3ulliDefine, own, and execute the global category strategy for the assigned indirect commodity, acting with an entrepreneurial mindset and end‑to‑end accountability /liliLead global strategic sourcing activities, including supplier scouting, selection, negotiations, and contract management /liliDrive cost optimization and value creation initiatives, delivering ambitious savings targets while maintaining quality, continuity, and compliance /liliCollaborate closely with internal stakeholders and regional buyer teams to ensure effective strategy deployment and alignment with business objectives /liliActively manage supplier performance, monitor market trends, and identify risks and opportunities to strengthen supply resilience /liliPromote continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives, including the use of data analytics, automation, and AI‑related solutions /li /ulh3Your Background /h3ulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field /lili5–10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management, preferably within indirect spend areas /liliProven experience managing global or multi‑regional supplier portfolios within a matrixed and international organization /liliStrong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to influence at senior leadership level /liliA resilient and anti‑fragile mindset, able to operate effectively in dynamic environments and turn pressure into opportunities /liliSolid proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba, and advanced Excel /liliCIPS certification (e.g. Level 4–6) is considered a strong plus, as well as previous experience in top‑tier consulting firms /li /ulh3Location Working Model /h3ulliThe role is based in Valdarno (San Giovanni Valdarno – AR) /liliFull on‑site presence (5/5) is required during the first 6 months, to support onboarding, stakeholder alignment, and category familiarization /liliAfter the initial period, a hybrid working model (up to 3 days per week of smart working) may be considered, subject to business needs and mutual agreement /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr