Head of Category Management Electronics

About Driventic

Driventic is a specialist in efficient drive technologies for commercial vehicles, buses, and trucks, acting as a fast and innovative partner to manufacturers and operators with the mission "Mobility beyond today." With 1,400 employees across 26 locations in 18 countries, the company is dedicated to sustainable and progressive mobility solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead global strategic procurement activities within the Electronics category to ensure optimal sourcing.
• Establish and develop the supplier base and strategy for the Electronics category.
• Ensure all delegated workflows are executed in compliance with processes.
• Analyze and identify innovative trends and market developments relevant to the Electronics category.
• Manage interdisciplinary projects, implement procurement project structures, and define the global supplier base.
• Support category managers in strategy formulation, supplier management, and negotiations.
• Provide both functional and disciplinary management as well as continuous development of assigned category managers.

Candidate Profile

• Degree in engineering, industrial engineering, or business administration complemented by several years of experience in global strategic procurement, supply chain management, and/or project/product management.
• Preferably some leadership experience and deep expertise in Electronics.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong communication skills to engage effectively across hierarchical levels internationally.
• High technical affinity, entrepreneurship, proficiency in MS Office and SAP, and fluent German and English skills both spoken and written.
• Willingness to undertake regular international business travel approximating 20–30% of working time.

What We Offer

• International work environment with an open and appreciative corporate culture.
• Flexible working models.
• Sustainable opportunities for development.
• Support programs for balancing family and career.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.

Additional Information

Applicants who are non-EU citizens must have a valid work permit for Germany. Applications without the required work permit and adequate German language skills may not be considered.