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About the job Category Manager

Job Title: Category Manager Construction Materials / Installations

Location: Bucharest | Hybrid (office currently in Băneasa, soon relocating more centrally)
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role:

Our client, a national leader in importing and distributing building materials, is looking to hire two experienced Category Managers to join the Acquisitions Department one focused on construction materials (e.g., brick, BCA, rebar) and another on installations.

This is a strategic procurement and category ownership role with the potential to impact product availability, pricing strategy, and supplier relationships across Romania. You'll work cross-functionally and directly with the Purchasing Director to define product strategies and sourcing plans.

️ Key Responsibilities:

  • Full ownership of one product category (Installations or Construction Materials)

  • Define sourcing and procurement strategies for your category

  • Lead the selection, negotiation, and management of suppliers, including importers

  • Manage and grow a team of 13 assistant buyers (depending on category size and performance)

  • Propose growth initiatives and participate in budget planning with the Director of Purchasing

  • Monitor market trends and competitor activity

  • Ensure efficient contract execution, pricing accuracy, and supplier performance tracking

  • Represent your category in internal and external meetings, including trade shows and exhibitions

  • Maintain alignment with operational and sales teams to ensure product availability and logistics

Ideal Profile:

  • over 4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management

  • Previous experience in leading or mentoring a small team

  • Strong negotiation skills and proven success in supplier relationship management

  • Solid understanding of import/export operations and logistics

  • Entrepreneurial mindset ability to think beyond rigid corporate structures

  • Must not come from highly standardized supplier networks (e.g., McDonalds, multinational asphalt firms)

  • Experience in construction materials or installations is a strong advantage

  • Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field

  • Excellent communication and decision-making abilities

Whats Offered:

  • Fixed net salary

  • Customizable bonus model (monthly, quarterly, annual) earnings can significantly increase based on performance

  • Hybrid work model, with a centrally located office under development

  • Autonomy to define category strategy and grow a high-impact team

  • Direct collaboration with company leadership and key suppliers

Why This Role?

  • Be part of a major transformation in how procurement is structured within the company

  • Take ownership of a product category with freedom to innovate and lead

  • Influence national sourcing strategy and category growth in a dynamic and entrepreneurial culture

  • Work alongside experienced leadership committed to performance and team development

Apply Now

Were looking for professionals who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, and who thrive in dynamic, target-driven environments. If you're ready to elevate your category management career we'd love to connect.


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