Supply Chain Category Manager

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Copenhagen, Capital Region, DNK
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Design
The Role
Manage supplier and product category portfolios across a global supply chain. Develop category strategies, negotiate with suppliers, improve lead times, quality, delivery, and cost, and lead sourcing and risk mitigation initiatives. Monitor KPIs, support new product launches, ensure supplier compliance and sustainability, and collaborate with product development, commercial, and sustainability teams to improve supply chain performance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Why join us?

Muuto is rooted in the Scandinavian design tradition characterized by enduring aesthetics, functionality, craftsmanship and an honest expression. By expanding this heritage with forward-looking materials, techniques and bold creative thinking, our ambition is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design.

We are looking for a commercially minded and analytical Category Manager to strengthen our global supplier network, drive category performance, and support the continued growth of our business.

As Category Manager, you will play a key role in developing and managing supplier relationships, improving operational performance, and ensuring that our supply chain remains scalable, resilient, and aligned with Muuto’s ambitious growth plans.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be responsible for a portfolio of suppliers and product categories, working closely with Product Development, Sustainability, and Commercial teams.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Developing and executing category strategies aligned with business objectives

  • Managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and performance reviews

  • Driving continuous improvements in lead time, delivery performance, quality, and cost

  • Identifying and implementing sourcing opportunities and risk mitigation plans

  • Leading supplier development initiatives and supporting dual sourcing strategies

  • Monitoring KPIs and using data-driven insights to improve category performance

  • Supporting new product introductions from design to market launch

  • Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize supply chain performance

  • Ensuring supplier compliance with Muuto standards, sustainability requirements, and business processes

  • Driving transparency and reporting across supplier and category performance

WHO ARE YOU?

We imagine that you have:

  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Procurement, or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience within Category Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain

  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

  • Experience managing international suppliers and complex supply chains

  • Strong analytical capabilities and experience working with KPIs and performance management

  • Commercial understanding combined with a collaborative and relationship-focused approach

  • The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

  • Excellent communication skills in English

  • Experience from furniture, design, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries will be considered an advantage.

WE OFFER
At Muuto, you become part of an international design company where creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurship are part of everyday life.

You will get:

  • A key role in shaping supplier and category strategies

  • Exposure to a global supplier network

  • Close collaboration with design, product development, and commercial teams

  • Opportunities for professional and personal development

  • A dynamic, informal, and ambitious work environment

  • The chance to contribute to one of the strongest design brands in the Scandinavian industry

You will report to the Supply Chain Manager, and the position is expected to start as soon as possible.

To learn more about Muuto, our products, and our designers, please visit Muuto.com.

If you are interested, please upload your CV and application via the link as soon as possible.
 

Who We Hire?

At Muuto, our mission is to deliver new perspectives on Scandinavian design. We are an international team of ambitious and passionate people - all driven by the desire to expand on the Scandinavian design tradition with a forward-looking, creative and honest approach. We are looking for qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities who share this same mindset. Individuals who wish to actively contribute and bring their opinion to the table. Individuals who would like to bring a wealth of new perspectives to our company.  

That is why we are always keen to hear from talented people who wish to join our company - regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, racial identity, religious belief and disability status. We are committed to equal opportunity employment.  

To learn more about Muuto, our products and designers, please visit www.muuto.com

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  [email protected].

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Procurement, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in Category Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience managing international suppliers and complex supply chains
  • Strong analytical capabilities and experience with KPIs and performance management
  • Commercial understanding and a collaborative, relationship-focused approach
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
  • Excellent communication skills in English
  • Experience in furniture, design, consumer goods, or manufacturing industries

MillerKnoll Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about MillerKnoll and has not been reviewed or approved by MillerKnoll.

  • Healthcare Strength Health options include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low deductibles, no‑cost preventive care, prescription benefits, mental health support, an Employee Assistance Program, and disability coverage. These elements collectively signal a robust healthcare offering.
  • Retirement Support The retirement program features immediate 401(k) eligibility with a core employer contribution and matching on employee contributions. Additional wealth-building options include an employee stock purchase plan and equity grants such as RSUs.
  • Parental & Family Support Family-oriented benefits include paid parental leave, adoption assistance, Milk Stork for traveling mothers, Bright Horizons childcare/eldercare support, and dedicated mother’s/retreat rooms. These resources strengthen support for caregivers and family needs.

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The Company
HQ: Zeeland, MI
9,522 Employees
Year Founded: 2021

What We Do

MillerKnoll is a global collective of design brands built on the foundation of two icons of modernism: Herman Miller and Knoll. Our portfolio also includes furniture and accessories for commercial and residential spaces from Colebrook Bosson Saunders, DatesWeiser, Design Within Reach, Edelman, Geiger, HAY, HOLLY HUNT, Knoll Textiles, Maharam, Muuto, NaughtOne, and Spinneybeck | FilzFelt. Guided by a shared purpose—design for the good of humankind—we generate insights, pioneer innovations, and champion ideas to help spaces better support how people live, work, and gather today. We reach customers across office, residential, healthcare, and education markets through a network of MillerKnoll dealers, all of whom are highly credentialed, independently owned businesses. In addition, we manage an ever-expanding global retail footprint delivering world-class brick-and-mortar and ecommerce experiences.

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