FREE ACCESS
5,000–10,000 jobs/day
See all jobs on JobTailor
Search thousands of fresh jobs every day.
Discover
- Fresh listings
- Fast filters
- No subscription required
Create a free account and start exploring right away.
Category Specialist – Indirect Materials & Services
ABBCategory Specialist for Indirect Materials & Services at ABB leveraging digital tools for procurement excellence. Collaborating with diverse teams across Europe to drive sourcing initiatives and negotiations.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Build relationships, understand business needs and engage with key functions to deliver results
- Develop and execute category strategies, run RFPs/RFQs/eAuctions and scout for innovative suppliers
- Own contract negotiations, manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with ESG and sustainability goals
- Champion digital transformation by integrating AI and digital best practices into everyday procurement and drive adoption of new tools and processes
- Act as a change agent, train colleagues and continuously seek out new ways to improve and automate
- Monitor supply chain and cyber risks, ensuring business continuity and compliance
Requirements
What you’ll need- University degree (business or engineering preferred)
- 5+ years’ experience in sourcing, category management or related fields
- Proactive and collaborative attitude with a focus on growth and innovation
- Strong communication, analytical and project management skills
- Solid negotiations and contract management expertise
- Advanced skills with SAP Ariba, Apadua, Keelvar, Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Passion for digital innovation and AI in procurement, with hands-on experience using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity
- Fluent English; other European languages are a plus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Personalized development approach supported by collaboration with international experts
- Opportunities for professional and personal growth through role-specific and soft skills training
- Competitive compensation tailored to your experience and expertise, plus additional financial perks like annual bonuses and an internal share purchase plan
- Diverse range of in-kind benefits, from healthy lifestyle initiatives to knowledge sharing and team-building experiences
- Inclusive and welcoming workplace, representing 44 nationalities under one roof
- Dynamic, youthful team environment that values your ideas and drive—ideal for those seeking growth and meaningful contributions, not predictable routines
- Modern office spaces, designed for comfort and productivity
ATS Keywords
✓ Tailor your resumeApplicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
SourcingCategory ManagementContract ManagementAnalytical SkillsProject Management
Soft Skills
Proactive AttitudeCollaborative AttitudeStrong Communication