Category Manager Raw Materials | Cracow based

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Our Client is a highly dynamic engineering company with state-of-the-art production facilities across Europe, dedicated to shaping the future of industry. The expertise lies in the development and delivery of innovative, high-quality products, services, and solutions that empower industrial clients worldwide. Driven by excellence, agility, and innovation, the Company provides combine cutting-edge technology with deep market knowledge to deliver sustainable value and long-term impact. With a strong European footprint and a truly global outlook, it thrives in fast-changing environments and partners with clients to tackle complex challenges, optimize performance, and unlock new opportunities.

The Role

Are you a Chemical Engineer by education with a strong background in international and global procurement? Do you thrive in fast-changing environments, embrace challenges, and want to play a transformational role where your decisions have a real impact? If so, this opportunity is designed for you.

As a Category Manager, you will be at the heart of developing and executing sourcing strategies for raw materials. This is not a routine procurement role: it’s about driving change, delivering results, and shaping the future of sourcing in an agile, hands‑on, and proactive culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and build a competitive, reliable global supplier base aligned with the Group’s long-term vision.
• Ensure timely supply of high-quality raw materials at optimal cost and efficiency.
• Drive operational excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across procurement activities.
• Monitor market trends, anticipate risks, and identify opportunities for cost optimization, innovation, and sustainable growth.
• Act as a business partner who delivers measurable impact and supports the Group’s transformational journey.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in international procurement, with a proven track record in sourcing raw materials across Europe and globally.
• Degree in Chemical Engineering – essential to understand the technical aspects of the category.
• Solid expertise in sourcing raw materials in any of the industries (metallurgy, chemical industry, paints and coatings, construction, pyrotechnics, or additive manufacturing)
• Excellent English and personality and cultural fit are key: fast-thinking, agile, persistent, hands-on, proactive, resilient, and impact-driven.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Manufacturing

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