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# Senior Category Manager #

Competitive salary + bonus

Basel

Permanent

Posted 3 weeks ago

Job ID: 9557

Neil Cope

Director - Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations

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## Job Description ##

We have an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Category Manager** to join a leading international manufacturing services organization based in Basel, Switzerland.

This is a strategic procurement role responsible for developing sourcing strategies across a portfolio of engineered spare parts and maintenance components.

Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, you will optimize supplier performance, deliver commercial value, and ensure a resilient global supply base supporting manufacturing and aftermarket operations.

This is an **onsite position based in Basel**.

**Key responsibilities as Senior Category Manager include:**

* Develop and implement category strategies across spare parts, machined components, electronics, and maintenance-related materials
* Lead strategic sourcing activities, supplier selection, and complex commercial negotiations with an international supplier base
* Build long-term supplier partnerships focused on quality, cost optimization, innovation, and security of supply
* Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service teams to support new product introductions and ongoing operational requirements
* Identify opportunities to reduce total cost of ownership while mitigating supply chain risks and improving supplier performance

**The ideal candidate profile:**

* Strong Procurement or Category Management experience within an aviation, automotive, or services-related industry
* Proven experience sourcing spare parts, machined components, electronics, MRO, or other engineered materials
* Strong commercial negotiation skills with experience managing strategic supplier relationships on an international scale
* Able to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain stakeholders to deliver business objectives
* Analytical, commercially minded, and experienced in developing long-term category strategies
* Degree qualified in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
* Fluent English is essential; German or French would be advantageous


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