Join Accelleron: A Leader in Sustainable Technologies
Accelleron is at the forefront of driving sustainability within the marine and energy industries. With over 100 years of trusted heritage, we have established ourselves as a global technology leader in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for heavy-duty applications. Our solutions serve customers across more than 100 locations in over 50 countries. Our 3,000 employees are dedicated to innovation, providing mission-critical products and services that are essential for the energy transition.
At Accelleron, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, welcoming individual differences as a source of strength. Join our team of experts in an exciting international environment, where we are committed to excellence and innovation in supporting our customers as they transition to sustainable industries through cutting-edge technology and smart solutions.
About the Role: Category Manager (m/f/d)
As a Category Manager, you will play a key role in driving supply chain excellence and strategic improvement initiatives within our global supplier network for turbocharger parts. This position is not just about managing supplier performance; it involves actively shaping supply chain strategies to enhance resilience and create long-term value. If you are proactive, thrive in an international setting, and are driven by making a measurable impact, we look forward to welcoming you to our team.
Your Responsibilities:
- Supply Chain Strategy:
- Manage and optimize the existing supplier base within the assigned category
- Enhance and execute the category strategy to align with business goals
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to strengthen the supply network
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the supply chain
- Commercial Management:
- Lead price negotiations and contract discussions with suppliers to secure optimal terms
- Conduct should-cost analysis to establish and validate cost targets
- Perform benchmarking to evaluate supplier competitiveness and drive cost improvements
- Manage the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process to ensure market-aligned pricing
- Supply Chain Excellence:
- Initiate and support supplier development projects to improve performance
- Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineers to drive continuous improvement in capabilities and processes
- Deliveries / Capacities:
- Support operational purchasing to resolve delayed deliveries and minimize disruptions
- Ensure adequate production capacity across the supplier portfolio to meet demand
- Guarantee material availability through proactive planning and coordination
- Identify potential capacity constraints early and implement mitigation strategies
Your Background:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role
- Understanding of production technologies such as investment casting, precision machining, forging, or coating processes
- Confidence in interpreting technical drawings and specifications
- Technical background with a sound understanding of supply management principles
- Experience in strategic supply chain/procurement in an international context
- Expertise in supplier development and quality improvement methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, ISO9001, Six Sigma Green Belt)
- Project management experience in an international setting
- Proficient in SAP and Office tools
- Excellent negotiation skills with a collaborative, solution-focused approach
- Strong communication skills and the ambition to lead cross-functional teams
- Fluency in English and German
- Team player mentality
- Willingness to maintain on-site presence for 2–3 days per week and travel 5-15%
Your Benefits:
- Canteen
- Childcare
- Modern office with smart working options
- Flexible Working Model
- Attractive holiday plans
- Remote Work Policy
- Employee Assistance Program
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
We look forward to receiving your application. To learn more about Accelleron, visit our website at accelleron.com.
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