Global Category Manager - IT & Digitalization - - 19273

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

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

Following requirements are necessary for this role:

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

We offer:

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.

If you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team ta-ch@mt.com.

About Mettler Toledo

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 www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

Job Reference #

19273

Preferred Location

Zürich

Nänikon-Greifensee

Job Type

Full-time

Legal Entity

Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Wilmington, Delaware Greifensee Branch

Im Langacher 44 8606 Greifensee Schweiz

ta-ch@mt.com