JOIN THE CANYON CREW!AT CANYON WE AIM TO BE THE MOST INSPIRING BIKE BRAND IN THE WORLD. AND NOW MORE THAN EVER, WE’RE LOOKING FOR BRIGHT, COMMITTED PIONEERS TO REACH THE PEAK WITH US.OUR CUSTOMERS RIDE TO CONNECT WITH THEIR BODIES, THEIR FRIENDS, AND THE GREAT OUTDOORS. THEY FEEL PART OF AN EVER-GROWING COMMUNITY OF OPTIMISTIC CHANGE-MAKERS – AND THEY STAY WITH US FOR THE SEAMLESS, PROGRESSIVE, PERSONALISED EXPERIENCES THAT WE OFFER THEM.BE IT ON A PERFORMANCE BIKE, E-BIKE OR URBAN BIKE, CANYON RIDERS FEEL CONNECTED AS A CYCLING SOCIETY RESHAPING THE WORLD.WE INSPIRE TO RIDE – AND WE WANT YOU TO JOIN US IN THAT MISSION. THE ROLE As our Manager Category Sourcing (m/f/d) you will be the interface between R&D and our Commodity sourcing team to find the best sourcing strategy and vendor partnership. You will be responsible for product- and part-level supplier selection and ensure a great product quality. YOUR JOB AS PART OF THE CANYON CREW Responsible that quality and fit-for manufacturing is in line with R&D and Operations requirementsBe the technical guard for the commodity sourcing team to evaluate product quality and specific requirementsBrief Commodity sourcing team on specs, required timelines and expected quantities in alignment with Demand Planning and Category ManagementPerform category management including supplier relationship management, contract, performance and risk managementResponsible for procuduction Phase-In / Phase-Out management with Factories & Key suppliersDefine pricing ranges for parts to fit targeted product marginFacilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within category to improve business performanceManaging the company's supply portfolio ensuring transparency of spendingFind product development agreementsExecute orders for samples & tooling HOW YOU BECOME PART OF THE RACE Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or Supply Chain Management or other related field5+ years of work experience in a comparable role in similar or relevant industriesProven track record in Procurement, preferably in Direct Material ProcurementGreat team player and accustomed to working in cross-functional and international teamsProven strength in stakeholder management along with strong communication skillsDisruptive thinking, eager to challenges status quo and entrepreneurial spirit whilst holding a high EQ mindset to continue to maintain working relationships with peers and stakeholdersAnalytical skills, eye for quality and target oriented working methodsCultural awareness to help in relationship managementVery good English and German skills, other languages are a plus HIGHLIGHTS ON YOUR CANYON TOUR Fair and performance-related remuneration as well as Christmas and holiday bonuses30 days holiday per year for a good work-life balanceRelocation serviceFlat hierarchies and the opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative companyFrom a pool of over 170 current Canyon bikes, you can take your current favorite home with you on loan - our test bikes exclusively for employees allow you to literally experience our entire portfolioCanyon Crew Rides (employee tours after work) and employee events (Christmas party and summer party) for an excellent team spiritBikes and accessories at attractive employee conditionsSubsidized meals in our bistros to fortify yourselfIndividual career and training opportunities for personal and professional developmentA wide range of tasks, tangible products and a sporty team atmosphere in an exciting environment with nice colleagues await youVery good accessibility by bike or public transport, plus company-owned parking facilities WHAT SETS US APART Our commitment to riding is contagious – that’s what you notice when you start working at Canyon. It’s essential that our employees feel fully engaged with their work so that together we can achieve the high standards we set for ourselves, our products and our service. A variety of hands-on tasks, true innovation and a dynamic workplace are all a part of our everyday.Each individual has a key role to play in Canyon’s success. Whether you’re a student, graduate, or have previous leadership experience, we have the right position for you. After all, the jobs we offer have to be as versatile and exciting as the bikes we develop.Our flat hierarchies enable you to quickly take responsibility and shape where you want your career to go. As an employer, we successfully combine our local roots with an increasingly international approach. Sustainability and integrity core to our values alongside passion, responsibility and excellence.In the end, it all comes down to this: Inspire to ride.