ppLocation: Castel Bolognese, RA, IT, 48014 Parma, PR, IT, 43122 Prague, The City of Prague, CZ, 102 19 Bratislava, Bratislava, SK, 83104 /p h3Category Manager EU
- Indirect Services /h3 h3bJob Summary /b /h3 pbDepartment: /bGlobal Supply Chain – Category Management EUbr/bReports to: /bSenior Manager, Global Category Management – Supply Chainbr/bLocation: /b Europe – position based at one of ATS Corporation's European facilities, to be defined; Smart Working Enabled / Hybridbr/bScope: /b Full EU ownership of the Indirect Services spend portfolio, with global category alignment and coordinationbr/ /p pATS Corporation is seeking an experienced, strategic EU Category Manager – Indirect Services to own the regional sourcing strategy and supplier relationships for the Indirect Services spend portfolio. This role offers a unique combination of regional ownership and global exposure within a fast-paced, multi-divisional industrial automation environment, interacting with a wide range of internal stakeholders across functions and regions. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying sourcing strategies, ensuring supplier competitiveness, and leading multifactor negotiations covering capacity, risk mitigation, compliance, sustainability, and long‑term partnership value. /p h3bATS Corporation | Overview /b /h3 pATS Corporation is an industry-leading automation solutions provider to many of the world's most successful companies. ATS uses its extensive knowledge base and global capabilities in custom automation, repeat automation, automation products and value‑added solutions including pre‑automation and after‑sales services, to address the sophisticated manufacturing automation systems and service needs of multinational customers in markets such as life sciences, food beverage, industrial and consumer, and energy.



Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 7,000 people at more than 65 manufacturing facilities and over 85 offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Oceania. The Company's common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") and the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") under the symbol ATS. Visit the Company's website at . /p h3bKey Responsibilities /b /h3 ullibStrategic Sourcing Category Ownership: /bLead an international, multicultural sourcing network for the Indirect Services portfolio, ensuring strategies are effectively deployed and the supplier panel remains competitive. /lilibCommercial Negotiations Contracting: /bNegotiate prices, contracts, and terms with key suppliers; establish performance‑based contracts and monitor KPIs to optimize the company's competitive position. /lilibSpend Savings Management: /bEnsure the application of the Long‑Term Saving Plan, achieving savings targets and spend coverage across the portfolio. /lilibSupplier Relationship Management (SRM): /bManage supplier relationships within the set portfolio, driving performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. /lilibCompliance, Risk Sustainability: /bEnsure sourcing activities comply with ATS policies and ethical standards, and integrate risk‑mitigation and sustainability criteria into supplier selection and contract execution. /lilibStakeholder Management: /bAnticipate strategic sourcing opportunities and communicate effectively,



managing relationships with key internal stakeholders across the organization. /lilibGovernance Escalation Point: /bAct as the single EU point of contact for indirect sourcing issues, ensuring clear ownership, compliance, and business continuity. /lilibGlobal–Regional Alignment: /bCoordinate with global category leads to ensure EU execution stays aligned with global direction while addressing regional specificities. /li /ul h3bQualifications Skills /b /h3 ullibEducation: /bDegree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or Supply Chain Management. /lilibExperience: /bConfirmed experience in an international manufacturing company, with a minimum of 5–8 years in strategic sourcing roles in a competitive market. /lilibAnalytical

Skills:
/bStrong analytical mindset, performance‑driven, with a track record in supplier performance management and the ability to work with ERP‑derived data. /lilibCommercial Negotiation Acumen: /bStrong commercial negotiation skills with international companies, and a proven track record managing multi‑million euro spend portfolios. /lilibLanguages: /bEnglish is mandatory. Additional local or regional languages are a plus, depending on the assigned location. /lilibSoft

Skills:
/bHigh ability to communicate with both suppliers and internal stakeholders, with exceptional cross‑functional leadership in multicultural environments. /li /ul h3bWhy You Should Join Us –

What We Offer
/b /h3 ullibTrue Flexibility Autonomy: /bA modern, trust‑based lavoro da remoto culture that empowers you to balance professional excellence with personal life. /lilibGlobal Impact High Visibility: /bOwn the EU Indirect Services spend portfolio with direct exposure to global cat

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