Global Category Manager – Customer Services

Overview

Strategic procurement and supplier management for rail spare parts worldwide

Key Responsibilities

• strategic procurement
• esourcing
• cost control
• supplier development
• tco sourcing
• team leadership

Tasks

-You will ensure strategic procurement for rail components, specifically for spare parts, and consolidate purchasing activities across locations and projects to achieve optimal global conditions, supported by a well-developed and actively managed supplier portfolio for our Customer Services business. -You will conduct complex price and contract negotiations, including eSourcing activities. -Your responsibilities will also include demand and market analysis, contract management, and cost controlling. -You will contribute to the product and supplier development process and drive cost reduction initiatives (e.g., standardization, design-to-cost). -You will prepare and independently execute sourcing decisions based on total cost of ownership (ToCO). -You will lead a global cross-functional team and strengthen collaboration with interface partners across all Siemens Mobility Business Units.

Requirements

• strategic procurement
• negotiation
• project management
• contract law
• supply chain
• master's degree

What You Bring

-You have extensive experience in strategic procurement, ideally complemented by cross-functional expertise in a related field. -You are fluent in English; German language skills are considered an advantage -You demonstrate strong negotiation, facilitation, and project management skills. -You are accustomed to working in international teams and are skilled in modern negotiation techniques. -You possess in-depth knowledge of contract law and advanced process understanding within supply chain management. -You are confident in presenting both technical and commercial content. -You hold a master’s degree in engineering or business administration.

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About Siemens

-The company drives progress with solutions in electrification, automation, and digitalization across industries. -With cutting-edge products and services, it leads sustainable innovation for industries like energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure. -Its impressive portfolio includes smart grids, automated factories, advanced healthcare technologies, and solutions for urban mobility. -Siemens’ digital solutions enhance efficiency and sustainability in everything from smart buildings to electric vehicles. -It has contributed to iconic projects, including energy-efficient train systems and automation in key industrial sectors. -Transforming how industries use digital technology to optimize operations and tackle global challenges.

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