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Category Manager Machines and MRO

LOCATION: Liberec / Czech Republic | BRAND: KNORR-BREMSE | REQUISITION ID: 8704  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: Hybrid 

 

 

We see it as our daily mission to make a significant contribution to greater safety and efficiency on roads and railways. That goes for passenger and goods transport - all over the world.

Making mobility safe on roads and railways - that is the mission driving us each and every day at Knorr-Bremse. It has been that way for over 120 years. Today the Knorr-Bremse Group, based in Munich, is the world's leading manufacturer of braking systems and a leading supplier of safety-critical sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles. As an innovator in our fields, we advance developments in mobility and transport technologies.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

We are looking for Global Category Manager Machines and MRO to join our Indirect Purchasing team at Knorr-Bremse Services in Liberec.

 

Your Tasks:

  • Identifying and actively driving forward initiatives to reduce costs and increase efficiency at a global, regional and cross-location level.
  • Developing and implementing the purchasing strategy for the assigned categories (Machines and MRO) in close collaboration with the Global Category Director, functional departments and the relevant locations.
  • Conducting and finalizing extensive and complex global contract negotiations.
  • Active support in the implementation of sustainability and compliance initiatives.

 

Your Profile:

  • Several years of professional experience in strategic sourcing and especially in Machines and MRO, and in purchasing.
  • Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing suppliers and their contracts.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across different organizational units and build consensus.
  • Ability to work in a team, assertiveness and strong communication skills.
  • Confident in written and spoken English.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally.

 

Benefits Designed for You:

Work-Life Balance

  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 25 days of vacation annually, with an additional 3 days off after 5 years of service
  • Remote Work Options: Work from home up to 60% of the time
  • Tailored Work Hours: Flexible working hours to suit your personal needs
  • Work from Abroad: Work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year
  • Volunteer Support: Take a dedicated day off for volunteering
  • Parent-Friendly Leave: Paid ½ day off for parents of children starting the first grade of primary school

Financial Perks

  • Extra Income: Year-End bonus
  • Daily Meal Support: Meal vouchers worth 130 CZK per working day, fully tax-covered by the company
  • Flexible Spending: A cafeteria system offering perks worth 17,040 CZK per year
  • Future Investments: Contributions toward pension plans or long-term investment products (DIP)
  • Skill Growth: Contribution to language courses to enhance your communication skills
  • Ownership Opportunities: Participate in our employee stock ownership plan, sharing in our collective success
  • Special Occasion Bonuses: Receive a work anniversary bonus, newborn bonus, and a retirement leaving bonus

Supporting Your Wellbeing and Growth

  • Dining Deals: Exclusive discounts and offers at selected restaurants
  • Family-Friendly Fun: Free tickets to iQLANDIA and the Zoo in Liberec
  • Fitness Support: Discounted MultiSport card for a variety of fitness activities
  • Affordable Communication: Access cheaper mobile tariffs for family and friends
  • Community: Exclusive corporate events and teambuilding activities
  • Learning: Free corporate courses, coaching, and training sessions

Please apply in ENGLISH only - thank you. Feel free to contact us for further information.

 

WHAT WE OFFER
Through a blend of engineering excellence, sustainable development and social responsibility, our employees help to drive progress at more than 100 sites in 30 countries. We offer you an exciting role with plenty of variety in an international environment, as part of an attractive package that extends from flexible working hour models, via professional and personal development opportunities, all the way to sports and healthcare programs.

 

ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Then join us! We look forward to receiving your online application!

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