Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a Global Category Manager – Metal Profiles and Tubes based in Nogales. This role will report directly to the Deputy Vice President Category Management Direct and work closely with stakeholder management and working with international teams.
What you will do

Global Category Management: Drive innovative, market-oriented procurement strategies and ensure the availability of goods and services. Take ownership of the Metal Profiles and Tubes category , with a focus on aluminium extrusion.
Global Category Objectives: Define, implement, and monitor category objectives and KPIs in alignment with global strategies.
Procurement Strategies: Develop and implement global sourcing strategies, including continuous market analysis and close collaboration with Regional Category Managers.
Contract & Supplier Management: Manage contracts, develop supplier relationships, and ensure the implementation of global requirements.
Demand Consolidation: Consolidate global requirements and ensure effective alignment between global strategies and regional needs.
Stakeholder & Interface Management: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners.
Strategic Sourcing & RFx: Lead tenders and sourcing projects, including negotiations, while ensuring compliance and identifying efficiency opportunities.
Market & Data Analysis: Provide market insights, trends,



and supplier data to support global procurement strategies.
Standardization: Ensure global processes, harmonization, and transparency across procurement activities.
Global Project Leadership: Lead integral procurement and performance optimization projects.
What we require

Completed university degree in business, engineering, industrial engineering, or a comparable qualification.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar strategic procurement role , ideally with a focus on metal profiles, tubes, or raw materials.
Proven experience managing global tenders and negotiations in an international environment.
Experience in stakeholder management and working with international teams.
Strong communication skills with excellent networking abilities.
Very good written and spoken German and English skills.
Strong negotiation skills combined with analytical thinking and a structured approach.
What we offer

Best opportunities in a globally operating company valuing diversity, inclusion, sustainability and mutual trust
Attractive remuneration package
Hybrid working model (4 days per week in-office required)
Training and mentorship programs
Access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development
Who we are

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📌 Global Category Manager (Heroica Nogales)
🏢 dormakaba USA
📍 Heroica Nogales