Category Manager Corporate Services & Packaging

“Greater Chemistry – between People and Planet” – it is our Purpose which leads company’s Strategy: • We are shaping the future with our customers. • We are accelerating innovation. • We are leading the transition towards sustainability. • We are building a culture of possibilities.By joining us, you create an actual impact on sustainability, innovation, relations with the customers and development of your own career. Currently to our SSC in Lodz we are looking for a person willing to take the role of Category Manager. Your first responsibilities will be to build and lead new Procurement team, and to implement procurement strategies. If this sounds interesting for you send your application to us! What will you be doing? Prepare and implement procurement sourcing strategies and processes in alignment with Head of Indirect Spend, Head of Procurement and BU/Function targets to maximize value for purchases related to corporate services and packaging. Analyse spend patterns and market conditions and standardize packaging across BUs/Countries adhering to policies and sustainability initiatives. Run complex, high-value contract negotiations with key suppliers. Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply and satisfying contract terms. Lead and direct respective team towards high performance including skill and capability development. Oversee procurement activities of team members including creating RFPs/RFQs and evaluating proposals and contracts. Continuously improve procurement operations through best practices identification and implementation and drive key saving projects. What are we looking for? Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or chemical/technical degree with commercial/business background Min. 3 years leadership experience 8 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management Strong negotiations skills Ability to lead, coach and motivate a high-performing team Knowledge of corporate financial policies and procurement regulations Language skills: Corporate language: English C1 German or French would be an asset What’s in it for you? Possibility to work in a Top Employer 2024 certified company. A rewarding challenge to further develop your skills in a professional work environment. An opportunity to be a part of the team with great enthusiasm for the business and for delivering top class services. Career development within our organization. Language bonuses. II Shift Bonus. Relocation packages. Internal and external trainings. Benefits such as sport card (Multisport), private health care, additional life insurance. Hybrid work model. Language courses. Corrective eyeglasses refund. Performance related yearly bonus. Broad range of initiatives provided by Social Team (cultural, sporty, loan found, various contest, occasional bonuses etc.). Discount card for the various restaurants. Integrational team events. Possibility to participate in the charity activities. Excellent working conditions in Monopolis complex in Lodz (wheelchair accessible workplace). #LI-ZG1 Clariant is a focused specialty chemical company led by the overarching purpose of ‘Greater chemistry – between people and planet’. By connecting customer focus, innovation, and people the company creates solutions to foster sustainability in different industries. On 31 December 2022, Clariant totaled a staff number of 11 148 and recorded sales of CHF 5.198 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. As of January 2023, the Group conducts its business through the three newly formed Business Units Care Chemicals, Catalysts, and Adsorbents & Additives. Clariant is based in Switzerland. Learn more about Clariant Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube Our commitment to people - download our Employment Standards Brochure