Group Category Manager Business Services

ROLEUnique opportunity to further develop strategic procurement in Business Services at global and European level, defining and executing sourcing strategies and initiatives across all major spend categories (IT, Consulting, Retail Materials and Services, HR, Insurances).This role offers career development opportunities in an international context.Activities ResponsibilitiesWork with Head Group Indirect Procurement and relevant Group and local functions, to define and implement sourcing strategies across the key categories in scope, (IT Hardware Software, Consulting, Retail Materials and Services, HR, Insurances), focusing on large Group suppliers.Define and implement a multi-year pipeline of value delivery initiatives across the key categories in scope, with the target of generating significant year-on-year value for the Group, without compromising on quality or service levelEstablish strong relationships with key stakeholders across the relevant functions, promoting and demonstrating the value of Indirect Procurement in their areasProvide ad-hoc support and guidance for headquarter-related sizeable sourcing projects within Business Services, also outside of the major spend categoriesDesign and negotiate master service agreements, in collaboration with the Group Legal department, establishing best-in-class commercial models in contractsEstablish alignment with relevant local procurement teams on Group value delivery initiatives, as well as a clear collaboration model by category and initiativeRegularly exchange with local procurement teams, fostering best practice sharing in relation to categories in scopeProvide insights into the latest regional / global market developments for the major spend categoriesEnsure relevant templates and tools are in place for all major categories and available for all Group and local stakeholdersUse e-sourcing tools or advanced sourcing solutions whenever appropriateOrganize and facilitate cross-country / cross-functional workshops and meetingsExperience5+ years of professional experience in a global / regional procurement organization, preferably within FMCG or food industry. Prior Consulting experience of advantageConsolidated procurement experience in indirect procurement, with solid experience in leading regional / global sourcing projects across some of the key categories in scope, i.e. IT, Consulting, Retail Materials and Services, HR, InsurancesExperience in complex negotiations with senior stakeholders, as well as in defining and negotiating different commercial models within the categories in scopeSuccessful track record of designing and implementing sourcing strategies in a decentralised organisation, delivering sustainable year-on-year cost reductions without compromising service levelProven track record in leading cross-functional teams on a change journey with discipline, transparency and authenticityStrong project management experience and ability to deal with ambiguityExperience in structuring and negotiating master service agreements, in collaboration with the Legal departmentStrong stakeholder management experience; obtaining buy‑in from central as well as local senior stakeholders is critical for being successful in this positionExperience in e-sourcing and other advanced tools like Sievo and Coupa, relevant for the categories in scopeQualificationsUniversity degree in business / procurement or related fieldsLanguages: fluent spoken and written English at business level; German, Italian or French – written spoken – of advantagePreferred SkillsDemonstrated ability to collaborate with key stakeholders in multiple locationsStrong negotiation skillsWorking with teams across several nationalities and culturesDown-to‑earth work attitude, hands‑on mentalityStrong presentation skillsStrong analytical skillsEntrepreneurial mindsetBusiness and financial acumenExcellent social communication skills #J-18808-Ljbffr