Global Category Manager

About Mettler Toledo and Your Responsibilities

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit

As part of Global Supply Chain Management, Global Indirect Procurement is responsible for the strategic category and supplier management of all indirect categories and spend. Under consideration of innovation, quality, availability and cost we strive to develop procurement to a competitive advantage for METTLER TOLEDO. To complete our team of global procurement managers, we are looking for a highly motivated and skilled professional to start or to proceed its career as a Global Category Manager - IT & Digitalization 100% (all genders)

In this role, your responsibilities would include:

• Conduct global category strategies in close collaboration with key stakeholders from our Digital Business Solutions department
• Set up tenders and lead processes for global contracts in alignment with internal stakeholders such as Finance, Legal, and Key Business Owners from organizations around the globe
• Lead negotiations for new deals and major renewals, focusing on both commercial terms and legal language to mitigate future risks and ensure necessary flexibility while optimizing the value proposition (Total Cost of Ownership)
• Achieve cost reduction targets through early engagement while effectively considering sustainability requirements, supplier performance, and contractual risks
• Implement standards and optimize processes in the assigned area (e.g., software licensing)
• Drive change within the team and among stakeholders for various initiatives by demonstrating strong leadership and influencing skills
• Leverage state-of-the-art tools and advanced analytics to enhance decision-making processes, improve category and procurement strategies, and identify cost-saving opportunities

What You Need to Succeed

• A degree in business administration, IT engineering, supply chain management, or a related field
• Several years of experience in IT procurement, consulting, or key account management within a globally operating organization
• Passion for technology and digital solutions
• Profound negotiation and contract management skills
• Strong project management skills with proven capabilities in managing complex initiatives while effectively influencing stakeholders at all levels and across different cultures
• Excellent communication skills in English, with a proven ability to present effectively at all levels of a global organization; proficiency in German is an asset
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights
• Willingness to travel internationally as business needs arise (approximately 5%)

Our Offer to You

• Flexible working hours (depending on the role), a hybrid work model, and a wide portfolio of training opportunities
• A 40-hour work week with at least 25 vacation days per year, plus 4 to 7 additional days off between bank holidays
• Free parking and direct access to public transport
• Healthy lunches cooked onsite at our own METTLER TOLEDO restaurant, with special prices for employees
• We offer a dynamic and innovation-driven corporate culture that promotes teamwork, personal development, and a passion for excellence.
• A range of additional attractive benefits, including employee discounts at select area businesses

You can expect challenging, interesting, and varied tasks in an innovative and international environment, with the opportunity to network globally and achieve your career goals.

Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.

Please note that we do not accept any application documents via e-mail, only applications submitted on our job platform due to our data protection guidelines. Furthermore, we do currently not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.

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