Regional Category Manager The Regional Category Manager (RCM) will be in charge of the strategy and the sourcing of the following categories: Electrical Steel, Theromobimetals, Silver & Contacts. Missions are structured around three axes: Strategy, Execution, and Performance Monitoring. Strategy: Perform needs analysis for different Schneider entities in all geographic zones and segment the category needs. Perform in the geographic zone market analysis/intelligence and identification of market trends that could affect the pricing and supply. Identify and propose to the Cross-Functional Team (CFT) list of strategic suppliers for the geographic zones as per needs segmentation. Assess supplier risk (quality, bankruptcy, shortage), contribute to the development and deployment of the global cost models, scoring models etc. Drive dynamically the optimization of the supplier base. Support the transversal projects related for example to sustainability, tools improvement etc. Execution: Directly manage some strategic suppliers as supplier leader and get involved in global negotiations with the supplier portfolio. Support the others purchasers (new projects, operational buyers,) in their negotiations. Drive your annual operational plan (APOP) and ensure acknowledgement and execution of the strategy. Support the implementation of productivity (QVE -Quality value Engineering /CoS – Change of Suppliers) and identify new savings opportunities with the cross functional team. Plan business reviews with Strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone & assign the task to the respective supplier leaders in the zone. Follow up the supplier development and improvement actions plans (SAM status, service level and quality improvement). Deploy supplier framework agreements with the Strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone. Propose to the CFT evolution of the Supplier Orientation Chart based on the Evolution of the Category Strategy. Lead qualification process for any new supplier linked to category. Coordinate continuous actions plan with the CFT, to fight against creation of any new supplier out of their control. Performance Monitoring: Track the monthly performance for the suppliers in their geographic zone (Quality, Service, Productivity). Handle most critical crisis with Strategic suppliers. What qualifications will make you successful? Bachelor's degree in related field required. At least 5 years of experience in Category Management (not only sourcing) interacting with multiple regions and culture. Knowledge of the strategy and the sourcing of the following categories: Electrical Steel, Theromobimetals, Silver & Contacts. Experience in industrial and/or technical backgrounds (metals, non ferrous) is expected. Experience with global strategy and the outputs of the global negotiations. Strong capacity to interact in a multicultural environment. Strong personal organization and open mindset (this role is involving a broad level of interaction with different functions engineering, industrialization, operational procurement, quality, continuous engineering, etc.)What's in it for me? Lead high-visibility initiatives that directly impact organizational performance and sustainability. Work with a global team that values expertise, collaboration, and professional development. Access to innovative tools and technologies that enhance your strategic impact. Flexible work environment designed to support your success and well-being. Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to achieve great things together — apply now!
