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Procurement Category Manager - Facilities, Lisbon
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Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
5
Posted:
18.08.2025
Expiry Date:
02.10.2025
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Job Description:
The Procurement Category Manager for Facilities will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for all facility-related categories. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and cost-efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform Spend Analysis and identify strategic savings opportunities
* Develop and implement procurement strategies for facilities management, including maintenance, repair, operations, and capital projects.
* Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure alignment with procurement strategies.
* Monitor market trends and conduct benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing and innovative solutions.
* Manage the procurement process from sourcing to contract execution, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement processes and deliver cost savings.
* Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, performance metrics, and cost savings to senior management.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on facilities management.
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
We do not sponsor work visa.
For those who don’t have Portuguese documents (NIF and NISS), we suggest you to search for more information at local country entities, as well as on (Serviços Estrangeiros e Fronteiras), for possible roles in Merkle Portugal.
Additional information
Benefits and perks:
Software-house environment;
Agile and Flexible working hours;
Digital nomad policy;
Focus on career development;
Health insurance (also included for the household);
Mental health support;
Volunteering experiences and sustainable mindset;
25 vacation days + 3 wellness days per year;
Beers (after 6pm), foosball, and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard
Free breakfast every second Monday of the month;
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