Global Category Manager Job Summary The Global Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing global category strategies that optimize cost, quality, supply continuity, and value across the organization. This role leads category planning, supplier management, and strategic sourcing initiatives on a global scale, aligning procurement activities with business objectives. This position requires experience in managing complex multi-region spend categories and global supplier portfolios. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in category strategy development and execution as well as advanced negotiation skills to achieve significant cost savings. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or Engineering is required along with 7-10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management or procurement. Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is also essential. Additionally this person must be able to analyze data including financial models to drive decisions,