EMEA Recruitment is proud to partner exclusively with Jet Aviation in the search for a
Senior Category Manager – Procurement
, a newly opened position.
This is a high-impact opportunity to join a premium brand at the heart of its European operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing strategic procurement across indirect categories, with a strong focus on
outsourcing, subcontracting, and third-party services
.
This is a rare chance to shape category strategy in a high-complexity, compliance-driven environment, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including inventory, MRO, engineering, and supply chain operations.
Key responsibilities of the Senior Category Manager – Procurement:
* Manage end-to-end sourcing strategies across selected indirect and technical categories, with a particular focus on outsourcing and subcontracting
* Lead supplier negotiations and selection processes in alignment with CAPEX and MRO objectives
* Collaborate with engineering, planning, and supply chain teams to ensure continuity, compliance, and cost control
* Analyse spend data, monitor supplier performance, and support cost-saving initiatives across procurement operations
* Contribute to the development of procurement policy, category frameworks, and vendor governance models
* Ensure strong alignment with EASA/FAA regulatory requirements and internal audit standards
Candidate profile:
* 5+ years of experience in procurement, ideally within aerospace, manufacturing, or technical services
* Proven track record in category management, with experience in
outsourcing, subcontracting
, or
third-party service procurement
* Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills in a matrix or regulated environment
* ERP systems experience (SAP preferred), and comfort working with data and reporting tools
* Fluency in English is required; German or French language skills are highly desirable
* Candidates
must be based in or around Basel
due to the
onsite nature
of this role (limited remote work available)
What's on offer:
* Join one of Europe's leading aviation brands with a strong heritage in premium services
* Be part of a collaborative and hands-on procurement team at the forefront of aviation excellence
* Take ownership of high-value, high-complexity procurement categories
* Onsite-based position offering daily collaboration with technical, engineering, and operational teams
If you are interested in applying for this
Senior Category Manager – Procurement
role, please register your interest using the link below. Alternatively, please send your CV to or call our Zug office on for a confidential conversation.
Due to the volume of applications, we can only contact candidates selected for the next stage. If you have not heard from us within five working days, your application has not been successful. Please continue exploring future opportunities