Category Manager (m/f/d) (80-100%) in Hägglingen

Category Manager (m/f/d) (80-100%) Accelleron Industries AG Vacant since : Number of jobs : 1 5400 Baden (AG) 80% - 100% By agreement Permanent Accelleron is accelerating sustainability in the marine and energy industries as a global technology leader in turbocharging, fuel injection, and digital solutions for heavy‑duct applications. Building on a heritage of over 100 years as a trusted industry partner, the company serves customers in more than 100 locations in over 50 countries. Accelleron’s 3,000 employees are continuously innovating to deliver best‑in‑class products, services, and solutions that are mission‑critical for the energy transition. You will join a team of experts in an exciting international environment, committed to excellence and innovation. Together, we support our customers in driving the transition toward sustainable industries with cutting‑edge technology, deep expertise, and smart solutions. At Accelleron, we foster diversity and inclusion, welcoming and celebrating individual differences as a source of strength. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the Supply Chain Strategy for an assigned category, ensuring that the purchasing organization's targets are achieved. Your workplace will be in Baden, Switzerland, and you will report to the Global Category Manager Components. Your Responsibilities Achieve defined Supply Management targets for the assigned category, primarily related to quality, logistics, and total cost.Develop and implement purchasing strategies with a focus on optimizing total cost, product quality, and logistics performance.Ensure environmental aspects, such as the CO₂ footprint of our products and value chain, are integrated into category strategies and decision‑making processes.Regularly review supply risks and implement appropriate mitigation actions to ensure a resilient supply chain.Manage supplier evaluation, qualification, development, pricing, and framework agreement negotiations.Drive the continuous improvement of the supply chain, with a focus on reducing lead times and optimizing logistics processes.Represent Supply Management in product development projects and support product ramp‑up through serial release and stable supply.Lead part relocation projects until first article inspection approval and handover to the buyer organization.Initiate and drive drawing modification requests in collaboration with Engineering and Design.Support the buyer organization in managing supply escalations. Your Background Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Production, Design, or a related field).Proven experience in Value Chain and/or Supply Chain Management within an industrial environment.Advanced education or professional qualifications in Value Chain and/or Supply Chain Management are an advantage.Strong negotiation skills.Fluent in English; German language skills are preferred.Strong team player with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.Hands‑on and results‑oriented mindset.Willingness to travel up to 20%. Your Benefits Competitive compensation package.Performance‑related bonus opportunities.Supportive culture focused on trust, accountability, and flexibility.Global Parental Leave Program.Employee Assistance Program.Health and well‑being initiatives.Company canteen.Opportunities to work with global teams and industry‑leading technologies in a modern workplace. Accelleron Data Privacy Statement: Website Work location 5400 Baden (AG) Workload 80% - 100% Employment start By agreement Employment duration Permanent Qualification skilled Work experience More than 3 years Education Vocational education and training with the Swiss Federal VET Diploma or equivalent German Orally : Good knowledge Written : Good knowledge English Orally : Good knowledge Written : Good knowledge By online Online form #J-18808-Ljbffr