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Kuehne+Nagel Global Procurement Category Manager - IT in Hamburg, Germany

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Global Procurement Category Manager – IT to join the Global IT Procurement team, reporting to the Global Head of IT Procurement.

Ihre Rolle

You will possess exceptional communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You will have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and constant changes within the IT landscape, ensuring that our procurement strategies are agile, forward-thinking, and aligned with our overall business goals.

Ihre Aufgaben und Verantwortlichkeiten

  • Drive procurement excellence within the IT and IS departments;

  • Assist national teams with their procurement processes;

  • Handle contract negotiations and manage suppliers effectively;

  • Lead global RFXs (Request for Proposals);

  • Align with BU/FU (Business Unit/Functional Unit) stakeholders;

  • Establish and maintain governance and policies within IT;

  • Develop and implement yearly category plans;

  • Produce regular reports;

  • Negotiate effectively and manage risks to support business continuity and growth;

  • Achieve agreed-upon financial savings targets;

  • Identify new procurement-related opportunities to drive business growth and stand out in the market;

  • Create and implement short-, mid-, and long-term goals and objectives per the company's strategy;

  • Lead innovation and sustainable initiatives to contribute to the company's goals.

Diese Qualifikation sollten Sie mitbringen

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, procurement, or IT. A Master’s degree is a plus;

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement, IT procurement is a plus;

  • Proven experience negotiating complex contracts with global suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions;

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization;

  • Fluent in English;

  • Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment with a proactive and agile approach to problem-solving.

Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: HR.helpdesk@kuehne-nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.

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