Senior Category Manager New

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# Senior Category Manager New # Competitive salary + bonus Basel Permanent Posted 17 hrs ago Job ID: 9557 Neil Cope Director - Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations * \[email protected\] * My Profile * See my jobs ## Job Description ## We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Category Manager** to join a leading international manufacturing services organization based in Basel, Switzerland. This is a strategic procurement role responsible for developing sourcing strategies across a portfolio of engineered spare parts and maintenance components. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, you will optimize supplier performance, deliver commercial value, and ensure a resilient global supply base supporting manufacturing and aftermarket operations. This is an **onsite position based in Basel**. **Key responsibilities as Senior Category Manager include:** * Develop and implement category strategies across spare parts, machined components, electronics, and maintenance-related materials * Lead strategic sourcing activities, supplier selection, and complex commercial negotiations with an international supplier base * Build long-term supplier partnerships focused on quality, cost optimization, innovation, and security of supply * Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service teams to support new product introductions and ongoing operational requirements * Identify opportunities to reduce total cost of ownership while mitigating supply chain risks and improving supplier performance **The ideal candidate profile:** * Strong Procurement or Category Management experience within an aviation, automotive, or services-related industry * Proven experience sourcing spare parts, machined components, electronics, MRO, or other engineered materials * Strong commercial negotiation skills with experience managing strategic supplier relationships on an international scale * Able to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain stakeholders to deliver business objectives * Analytical, commercially minded, and experienced in developing long-term category strategies * Degree qualified in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline * Fluent English is essential; German or French would be advantageous **EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.**