Category Manager Sourcing and Procurement
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The role of the Category Manager Sourcing and Procurement involves leading the development and implementation of sourcing strategies to optimize business performance across assigned categories. This includes category management, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract, performance and risk management. The ideal candidate will be able to set future strategy, including a focus on sustainability and the development of sustainable strategic initiatives.
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Responsibilities:
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* Perform category management including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract, performance and risk management
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* Lead the execution of sourcing strategies for identified categories at international and/or regional level to reduce the cost to serve
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* Analyze trends in and outside the company with robust screening of supply markets and continuous market intelligence for identifying innovative opportunities
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* Perform procurement reporting and data analysis to propose and execute cost/service improvement opportunities
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* Manage relationship and proactively work with relevant stakeholders to identify and prioritize sourcing needs to support on the development of annual strategies and plans to achieve category goals
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* Understand business requirements across categories and define the sourcing strategy to ensure delivery of services in line with expectations
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* Lead the sourcing (RFx) process, including e-sourcing events, from start to finish for complex international projects, which includes setting up the bidding process, negotiating contracts and liaising with legal counterparts to drive a contract to execution
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* Support S&P Procurement Excellence projects and initiatives
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Required Skills and Qualifications:
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* Relevant work experience in international Procurement, Strategic Sourcing and Category Management in an international environment, preferably within a multinational company
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* The ability to work independently, lead and report on a strategic sourcing program in an international environment
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* Ability to analyze and interpret spend and cost data, research market trends and manage supporting contract development activities
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* Strong stakeholder and supplier relationship management skills
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* Robust change management skills
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* Ability to run multiple sourcing projects at the same time
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* Ability to work effectively in an international team environment and in a complex matrix organization
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* Contract Management and strong negotiation skills
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* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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* Advanced level Microsoft office proficiency including expertise in MS Word, Powerpoint and Excel
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* Fluent English language skills (written and verbal). Fluency in another European language is a plus
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* Strong verbal and written communication skills
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* Knowledge of contractual terms & conditions for contracts
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* Awareness of strategic supplier management
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* User-friendliness with tools, systems, web-based platforms
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* European nationality or Dutch work permit
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* Ability to work in a constructive and collaborative manner with international stakeholders and external third parties (suppliers)
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* Assertive and knowledgeable to present and convince any audience on a proposed approach
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* Should have strong communication skills (both oral and in writing)
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Benefits:
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* A challenging role in an international and dynamic working environment with solid development/career opportunities
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* Possibility to work very independently with broad responsibilities
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* Attractive compensation package
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* Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
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* Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
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Our Company Culture:
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Our culture is built on the principles of people, service, and profit. We put care into our people's well-being, value their contributions, and create an environment that encourages innovation in delivering exceptional service to our customers. Our FedEx culture has been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970s.