Overview

Join to apply for the Indirect Category Manager - Europe role at JELD-WEN Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG.

We’re looking for an Indirect Category Manager to join our Europe Sourcing Team in a strategic, pan-European role that can be based in the UK, or any of our European locations. Reporting to the Senior Category Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping long-term investment and sourcing decisions, with a primary focus on indirect CAPEX.

What Your Impact Will Be

• Lead and evolve the CAPEX sourcing strategy, aligning with business goals and long-term investment plans.
• Own the annual budget, forecasting, and reporting for your spend area(s).
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that mitigate risk and drive value.
• Ensure cost competitiveness to meet financial targets.
• Manage contract negotiations and ensure timely execution with strategic suppliers.
• Oversee supplier selection and evaluation, including make vs. buy decisions, sourcing strategies, and VA/VE initiatives.
• Deliver sourcing projects that reduce total cost of ownership, especially within CAPEX categories.

What You\'ll Need To Succeed

• Proven success in a global organisation, balancing local and international requirements.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen skills, with deep experience in CAPEX spend.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production business would be an advantage.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Commercially astute, with the ability to develop strategies that perform in inflationary markets.
• Resilient and confident in leading initiatives through complex challenges.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels.
• A professional level of fluency in English is required. Any other languages such as German would be an advantage.
• Some ad hoc travel may be required.

Benefits and Details

We offer this role on a permanent basis, working remotely, £45,000 - £55,000 PA salary and 10% bonus opportunity, 25 days holiday with the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days, 7.5% pension, private health insurance, electric car and cycle to work salary sacrifice initiatives and opportunities to grow and develop your career.

About JELD-WEN & Equal Opportunity

JELD-WEN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

JELD-WEN is a global manufacturer of doors and windows with a presence across the UK, France, and Central and Northern Europe. We value integrity, invest in people, inspire through innovation, deliver on our promises, and improve every day.

Apply now »