REGIONAL CATEGORY MANAGER (MATERIAL & SERVICES PROCUREMENT)

We’re looking for an experienced Procurement Professional to join our Indirect Material & Services Procurement team in Madrid Working for Signify means being creative and adaptive.
Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to diversity and inclusion creates an environment that allows you to build your skills and career.
Together, we’re transforming our industry.
Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet.
lighting.
Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.​ At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals.
Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.​ Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.
You light the way.
​ As a Regional Category Manager, you’ll be reporting to Regional Procurement Lead in Europe and be responsible for all procurement activities assigned in the following sub category or grouped sub-categories within procurement cluster.
MARKETING, MEDIA & EVENTS We’re on the lookout for forward-thinking innovators with a passion for sustainability.
If you match this description, get in touch! What you’ll do Manage the suppliers with your designated sub-categories including the Supplier Relationship Management role within your scope Responsible for gathering relevant benchmark data, supply market intelligence and supplier scouting Lead RFX (RFQ, RFI, RFP, e-auctions) generation and review process and manage supplier negotiations for the assigned scope Responsible for managing the contracting process end-to-end, including legal alignment Provides regular reports to the demand side that brings visibility on value add, upcoming projects and compliance Responsible for execution of the Category strategy, execution of supply base strategy and supplier strategy Develop and maintain appropriate network inside and outside Signify to ensure successful execution of strategies Your qualifications BS/MS degree in a relevant discipline 3-6 Years of relevant working experience (preferably in Procurement or Category Management) Recognized as a leader in strategic buying and/or supply chain processes, serving as a resource to others Brings market and/or technical knowledge from external sources and incorporates those ideas into procurement Able to balance the needs of multiple customers.
Core data and analytic skills.
Multi-cultural and global cooperation Proficiency in English is required.
Additional language skills are a plus.
What you’ll get in return… You can grow a lasting career here.
We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you.
We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way.
We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our + people.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas.
With a global workforce representing 99 nationalities, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together.