Who is Tennant?Scorra verso il basso per una panoramica approfondita di questo lavoro e dei requisiti per i candidati. Invii la sua candidatura facendo clic sul pulsante "Candidati".Tennant Company is a global leader in the field of professional cleaning equipment and solutions.For over 150 years, we have stood out for innovation and our commitment to developing sustainable technologies designed to meet our customers' needs.Our goal is to actively contribute to a cleaner, safer, and healthier world through eco-friendly solutions that improve quality of life.With manufacturing plants, operational offices, and sales and service networks worldwide, joining Tennant means embarking on a career path full of opportunities — both locally and internationally.We are seeking a Category Manager, Indirect Materials & Services to join our procurement team and manage regional category strategies in alignment with global objectives. The role is responsible for delivering savings, value creation, and risk mitigation while supporting business growth in an international environment.ResponsibilitiesIdentify, select, and qualify new suppliers while optimizing the existing supplier portfolioConduct ongoing procurement market analyses and monitor relevant indicesContinuously identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost reduction measuresParticipate in cross-departmental purchasing projects at the European level and actively contribute to the development of international activitiesExecute regional category spend and deliver financial targets (savings, rebates, payment terms etc.), value creation, and risk-mitigation targets with full accountability.Analysis and management of supplier data to support the identification and qualification of new suppliers aligned with the global strategy, assisting in their onboarding process and ensuring compliance with legal, quality, and technical requirements.Execute strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives, including supplier sel