Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Remote - Czech Republic or Germany - based on site in Memmingem or FürstenfeldbruckAbout UsIngersoll Rand is a global market leader with a broad range of innovative and mission-critical air, fluid, energy, and medical technologies, providing services and solutions to increase industrial productivity and efficiency.Job SummaryThe Category Manager develops, implements, and manages the execution of multiple category strategies that reduce total cost of ownership, strengthen supplier relationships, and support long-term business growth. The primary categories for this role include global motors, regional metals, and regional electrical components, along with select regional sourcing compliance initiatives.ResponsibilitiesAligns with key business stakeholders to develop and execute category strategies optimizing cost, quality, supply continuity, and working capitalIdentifies cost‑reduction opportunities through negotiation, competitive bidding, supplier consolidation, and value engineeringBuilds market intelligence, monitors market conditions, and maintains strong knowledge of the supply base to inform category strategyDevelops supply base strategies to consolidate suppliers, reduce single-source dependency, and mitigate supply riskSources, evaluates, certifies, and develops new suppliers aligned with category needsImplements supplier business reviews and performance metrics (cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness) to drive continuous improvementBuilds strategic supplier partnerships to ensure continuity, quality, and innovationLeads negotiations and contracting to optimize pricing, payment terms, and inventory; ensures compliance and standardizes procurement governanceDevelops supplier relationship management and risk assessments, including mitigation plansCollaborates with Engineering, Product, Manufacturing, and Quality to align sourcing with product roadmaps and customer requirementsSupports new product introductions through early supplier engagementEstablishes and tracks cost‑reduction initiatives with measurable P&L impactPartners with Finance to model savings, working capital effects, and risk exposureOversees spend tracking, supplier compliance, KPI monitoring, and reporting to senior leadershipWorks with operations on long‑term capacity planningSupports operations during supply disruptions or quality issuesManages and continuously improves the RFQ/RFP processBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Economics, Business, or related field8+ years of sourcing/procurement experience; Electrical Engineering background preferredProven ability to develop and execute category strategies that ensure supply continuity and drive cost savingsStrong track record in building and managing supplier relationships to meet business objectivesExcellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder‑management skillsStrong financial acumen with demonstrated impact on working capital and P&LConsistent delivery of cost savings, improved terms, and successful negotiation of complex agreementsExperience with global suppliers and implementing dual‑sourcing or low-cost region strategiesAbility to follow established processes, identify gaps, and lead continuous improvement initiativesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and learning capabilitiesDemonstrated success leading cross-functional teamsPreferred: proven EBITDA impact sourcing motors, castings, machined components, or engineered plastics in industrial/medical/life‑sciences OEM environmentsPreferred: knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements in life‑sciences manufacturingTravel & Work Arrangements/RequirementsDepending on final location:Czech Republic - remote or on site (Brno)Germany - Fully site-basedWhat we Offer (Czech Republic)Motivating salary and annual bonusesEquity grant (company shares)Flexipass vouchers 700 CZK or Multisport Card for free5 weeks of holiday, sick days, Volunteering dayCelebrate your birthday (day off)Possibility of Home OfficeContribution to language/professional courses 6000 CZKContribution to pension and life insuranceMobile service employee programPleasant and modern working environment close to the city centreRefreshment at the workplace for freeLinkedIn Learning free accessEmployee assistance programSpecial AccommodationIf you are a person with a disability and need assistance applying for a job, please submit a request.Lean on us to help you make life betterWe think and act like owners.We are committed to making our customers successful.We are bold in our aspirations while moving forward with humility and integrity.We foster inspired teams.Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request and a member of our team will contact you. #J-18808-Ljbffr