Senior Category Manager Indirect Procurement CapEx (All genders)

a generalist. You'll lead strategic sourcing for capital investments across HelloFresh's European production sites: machinery, automated lines, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), and facility build-outs. You'll be embedded with Engineering and Operations from spec to handover, owning multi-million euro decisions. This role reports to the Director Indirect Procurement.  We are looking for an ambitious, confident, entrepreneurial, and high-spirited Procurement professional with a strength for data processing, optimisation & reporting, ability to navigate ambiguity, attention to detail and great stakeholder management ability. What you’ll do Own end-to-end CapEx sourcing: supplier market mapping, RFx execution, negotiation, and contract award for high-value capital projectsDevelop a multi-year CapEx strategy covering production machinery, conveyors & MHE, cold storage, and building fit-outsLead Total Cost of Ownership modelling and investment scenario analysis with Engineering and FinanceDrive Early Supplier Involvement (ESI) to influence specs and design-to-cost outcomes before projects are lockedBuild and manage the supplier portfolio across Hello Fresh’s markets: qualification, performance tracking, and continuous improvementPartner with Project Management and Site Operations from inception through commissioning — not just at the buying stageMonitor equipment markets, supplier landscape, and technology trends relevant to food production and logisticsSupport broader Procurement Ops team, if necessary, in MRO, Facilities Management, Utilities, etc. projects. What you’ll bring 6+ years in procurement, with at least 3–4 years of dedicated CapEx ownershipProven track record sourcing capital equipment: production machinery, automated systems, conveyors/MHE, or equivalent industrial CapExEngineering degree or equivalent technical background strongly preferred: you need to speak your stakeholders' languageExperience managing large-scale sourcing across multiple European marketsFluent in English; German and/or French is a meaningful advantageStrong TCO and financial modelling skills; able to build cases alongside Engineering and FinanceAble travel to production sites across Europe if necessary. What we offer Elevate your lifestyle! Join one of Europe's fastest-growing tech powerhouses in a dynamic phase of expansion. Initially we offer 2 years contract. Immerse yourself in a diverse global community of 90+ nationalities.Enjoy a competitive compensation package that goes beyond the norm, with perks like a HelloFresh- subsidized Pension Scheme, Berlin relocation support, and a Hybrid working model.Elevate your lifestyle with exclusive discounts on your weekly HelloFresh box and office meals.Invest in your growth with an annual learning & development budget, German language learning budget, and access to the HelloFresh Academy.Plus, we've got your well-being covered with mental health support, transportation perks, and working-parent-friendly benefits. From our 24/7 gym access,wellbeing platforms like Headspace and Spill, to sabbatical leave options, HelloFresh is not just a workplace; it's a lifestyle of perks and possibilities! Are you up for the challenge? Please submit your complete application below including your salary expectations and earliest starting date. After submitting an application our team will review this and get back to you within 5 days.  HelloFresh is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at: Europe: ----- ----- States: ----- ----- Find Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow Skills: Supply Chain Management & Operations