Senior Category Manager - Manufacturing

Morgan Philips

  • Shenzhen, Guangdong
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Industry background: Open (Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, FMCG all welcome)About the Role:
We are hiring a high-caliber Senior Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for manufacturing-related spend, including capex equipment, factory services, industrial projects, and MRO. This is a key role within a global procurement team supporting one of the world’s largest retail organizations, with direct impact on operational efficiency, cost management, and supply continuity.Key Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end sourcing strategies across manufacturing and capex-related categories (e.g., production machinery, automation systems, utilities, plant maintenance).Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and global stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business priorities.Manage vendor qualification, tendering (RFI/RFQ/RFP), negotiation, and contract execution.Drive supplier performance, delivery assurance, and cost optimization across projects.Track market trends, identify innovation opportunities, and mitigate supply risks.Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ESG-related supplier standards.Key Requirements:Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related disciplines.6+ years of sourcing or category management experience in manufacturing, project procurement, or capex.Strong ability to manage technical suppliers and complex project timelines.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working cross-functionally and across borders.Fluent in English (written & verbal); strong commercial and contractual acumen.Your search results0 || !isLoading())">You recently viewedShenzhen, Mainland ChinaApply for Senior Category Manager - ManufacturingReference: GC871087Please complete all required fields marked *First Name *Last Name *Phone *Please check and insert your correct phone numberEmail *Please check and insert your correct email addressCV *
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I hereby accept the Privacy Notice.You must agree to the privacy policy.ApplySenior Category Manager - ManufacturingShenzhen, Mainland China | CNY 8 - 800K per year | Permanent×ABOUT USSERVICESTalent AcquisitionTalent consultingHR SOLUTIONSSPECIALISATIONSSectorsFunctionsCONTACT| | |Morgan Philips Group, a public limited company under Luxembourg law with its registered office at 74, avenue de la Faïencerie, L-1510 Luxembourg, registered with the Luxembourg Trade and Companies Register under number B 177 178.

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