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Mechanical Category Cost Specialist v Brno – Černovice, Česko
Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Czech Republic
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The Mechanical Category Cost Manager is responsible for driving cost transparency, cost modeling excellence, and negotiation readiness across the assigned category. This role leads cost analysis initiatives, interacts directly with suppliers to drive cost improvements, and partners with category leaders to support strategic sourcing decisions. The Category Cost Lead Manager provides structured reporting to the CMVA (Cost, Value & Manufacturing Analytics) team and ensures alignment with global procurement standards and category strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Cost Strategy & Execution
Lead the development and execution of cost modeling strategies across the category.
Conduct detailed cost breakdowns, benchmarks, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses.
Identify cost drivers and improvement levers to support sourcing decisions.
Supplier Engagement for Cost Improvements
Engage directly with suppliers to review cost structures, challenge assumptions, and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Lead supplier cost workshops and technical reviews to drive transparency and value engineering initiatives.
Collaborate with suppliers on alternative materials, processes, and continuous improvement opportunities.
Negotiation Support & Leadership
Provide fact-based cost insights to strengthen negotiation strategies.
Build negotiation frameworks and scenarios based on cost models and market intelligence.
Participate in supplier negotiations with a focus on cost elements and value-engineering opportunities.
Cost Modeling & Analytics
Develop, validate, and maintain advanced cost models for key commodities and components.
Present cost analytics and recommendations to category leadership and stakeholders.
SPCI / CMVA Governance, Direction & Collaboration
Support CMVA projects and workshops by supplying necessary cost data and category analytics through the lifecycle of the projects.
Ensure CMVA focus areas and deliverables accelerate category objectives, support upcoming negotiations, supplier segmentation decisions, and/or strategic initiatives
Challenge and validate CMVA analytical methods, assumptions, and outputs to ensure accuracy, objectivity, and alignment with procurement’s business requirements
Partner with Category Managers to ensure CMVA contributions pull through to enable and support larger scale supplier negotiations
Support the development of dashboards, insights, and governance materials.
Requirements/Qualifications
Advanced Degree plus 6 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years of experience in procurement/sourcing cost engineering, procurement analytics, or category management. in large multinational organizations
Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field
Demonstrated technical expertise relevant to the category (manufacturing processes, component design, materials, cost drivers).
Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management
Strong experience in cost modeling, cost analysis, and financial modeling.
Proven ability to engage suppliers and drive cost-improvement and technical discussions.
Proficiency in procurement and analytical tools, ERP systems, spend analytics, and e-sourcing platforms
Excellent communication and stakeholder-influencing skills.
CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent procurement certification preferred
Strong analytical and financial acumen with ability to develop business cases and drive cost savings
Project management capabilities and experience managing complex, global initiatives
Proven negotiation skills and ability to influence in matrix environment
Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and project management tools
Experience in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical or regulated industries preferred
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
Travel 10-50% as required by role
Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial
What’s in it for You
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies that enable advancements in semiconductor, life science, and materials science industries
Potential for global supplier engagement and travel
Flexible working hours to better balance your personal life
Further employee benefits - a mobile tariff for you and family members for great prices, free Multisport card, the possibility of life or health insurance
We have a modern work environment including relax zones, power yoga lectures, gym, outside playground, and massages in the building. In the company canteen, there is always fresh fruit and vegetable for free and much more!
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