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The Category Manager is responsible for defining and executing global category strategies for mechanical parts and assemblies. They lead strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiency and quality improvements across the supply base.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and possess at least 10 years of strategic procurement experience in mechatronics. Strong skills in contract negotiation, cost modeling, and the ability to interpret technical engineering documentation are required.
At NTS, we make it possible together. Technology inspires and drives us; it is our passion. Every day we work on unique solutions to complex challenges. Whether it's ultra complex or ultra precise solutions, we are proud of what we do and what we deliver.
Want to find out together what's possible? Are you commercially sharp and technically curious, with a talent for turning supplier relationships into long-term value? Do you thrive on shaping category strategy and negotiating deals that matter? Then get started as Category Manager – Mechanics at NTS Group Eindhoven, and let's make it possible together.
As Category Manager – Mechanics at NTS Group Eindhoven, you are responsible for defining and executing category strategies for mechanical parts and (sub) assemblies across our global supply base. You work closely with site procurement teams, engineering, quality, manufacturing, and project teams to ensure technical alignment, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity. You report to the Global Sourcing Director and work within a global Sourcing team. This role calls for strong commercial acumen, technical understanding, and the ability to lead supplier relationships in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
Develop and execute long-term category strategies to ensure cost efficiency, quality, supply security, and best-cost-country sourcing;
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including contract negotiations and long-term supplier agreements, shaping our global supplier landscape;
Manage strategic supplier accounts, negotiating QLTCS aspects and building strong relationships with key suppliers;
Drive supplier development programs focused on quality, capacity, cost optimization, and risk mitigation;
Conduct market intelligence and cost analysis, including TCO and should-cost modelling, to identify value creation opportunities;
Lead cross-functional sourcing projects from initiation through planning and execution;
Track category performance, monitor KPIs, and generate periodic reports to higher management.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field;
Minimum 10 years of strategic procurement experience in mechatronics or a related field;
Proven experience setting up and executing supplier category strategies;
Strong background in supplier development, cost optimization, and risk management;
Hands-on experience in contract negotiation, TCO analysis, and cost modeling;
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and BOMs, and translate constraints into sourcing requirements;
Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
At NTS, we combine our passion for technology with innovative solutions to complex challenges. You get the freedom and confidence to fully use and develop your talents in a dynamic and energetic environment. We invest both in technology and in you as a future colleague!
With this challenge, we offer the following terms of employment:
Salary from €5800 to €7800;
Personal growth and development opportunities, for example through training and/or education;
27 vacation days and an additional 13 ADV days;
Excellent pension plan with PME;
Travel expense allowance paid monthly
We deliver unique solutions to complex challenges and drive technological advancement for our customers. By combining development, manufacturing, and assembly, we play an integral role in bringing the supply chain together. We combine the best skills and brightest ideas into a working system for the world's most advanced semiconductor, opto-mechatronics, and analytical solutions. For this reason, we have grown into a Tier-1 supplier to OEMs and an international player operating from various production sites in Europe, Asia, and the US.
Although we offer our teams around the world a great place to work, we do not forget to remain firmly rooted locally. Ultimately, the core of NTS is our people. Their excellent manufacturing skills, customer-focused mindset, and clear technical solutions have made NTS what it is today. Together, we create a culture that everyone can be proud of, because we make it possible together. That's why we take every opportunity to celebrate our people, our craftsmanship, and our successes.
Apply immediately and send your CV (and motivation letter) via the application button below! For more information about this vacancy or our organization, please contact Recruiter Business Partner by email [email protected].
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