Category Sourcing Manager M - Plastics H/F - Hager Group

Why join the Sourcing department?

Innovation starts with us!

At the heart of every project, our sourcing teams develops innovative strategies for acquiring materials and services, ensuring quality partnerships and effective cost management. We are committed to providing sustainable solutions, meeting environmental standards and achieving industry-leading performance.

By joining our sourcing team, you will play a key role in selecting the best suppliers and optimizing our supply chain. You will work with a passionate team, dedicated to finding innovative and sustainable solutions to the challenges of an ever-changing sector.

In the Sourcing department, we are shaping tomorrow's electrical world. You can too, Join us!

As a Category Sourcing Manager (m/f/d) - Plastics you will report to Category Sourcing Director in the Sourcing department based in Obernai (France), Blieskastel (Germany), Kórnik, Tychy or Bierun (Poland) for a permanent contract.

At Hager Group, sourcing is a strategic lever for innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. As Category Sourcing Manager (m/f/d) for Plastics, you will shape global sourcing strategies, lead international teams, and build strong partnerships that make a measurable impact on our business worldwide.

Your role

- Own and drive the global sourcing strategy for the plastics category (plastics, chemicals, PVC), aligned with our business and sustainability ambitions
- Lead, coach, and develop an international sourcing organization, empowering teams to perform and grow
- Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships, acting as a trusted interface and negotiation lead.
- Collaborate closely with global stakeholders across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and R&D to unlock value and competitive advantage.
- Drive cost, performance, and risk management initiatives across the global supply base
- Anticipate market developments and translate insights into resilient, future-oriented sourcing decisions

What you bring

- A degree in business administration or a comparable qualification
- Solid experience in category sourcing or strategic procurement within an international environment
- A strong leadership mindset and experience in leading teams within complex, global organizations
- Strategic thinking, negotiation strength, and the ability to influence at all levels
- Excellent communication skills in English, additional languages are an advantage
- A structured, analytical, and solution-driven approach
- Willingness to travel within Europe

What we offer?

- A strategic leadership role with real impact in an international, family-owned company
- The opportunity to shape global sourcing and develop high-performing teams.
- A collaborative culture built on trust, responsibility, and long-term perspectives
- Attractive development opportunities in a stable and future-oriented environment

What are the recruitment stages?

- Once your CV has been selected, you will be contacted by a recruiter for an initial phone exchange.
- You will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager & the recruiter
- A second Interview will be then organized with the N+2 & the HR manager

Our success relies on collective energy. Apply now and power up your future with us!