Resposnibility for cross-regional categeory mangement of Car Fleet , Facilities, Professional Services , Travel , PPE and IT /Mobile
Collect and consolidate business requirements from FLs to support sourcing projects for indirect spend categories .
Support the implementation of Area and Global category plans and sourcing projects.
Build and imlement FL category strategies aligned with above mentioned
Conduct additional local contract negotiations where required .
Standardize and U pdate local sourcing instructions and procurement policies .
Provide guidance and support to the business on preferred supplier usage and procurement compliance .
Support cost optimization and supplier rationalization initiatives , deliver savings based on competitive bidding and category expertize .
Reporting to EEM Procurement Manager and to Area and Global Category managers in dotted line .
Requirements
Proven experience in sourcing , procurement , and category management
Experience working with project procurement and indirect procurement categories .
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills .
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex sourcing activities .
Strong analytical and commercial mindset with ability to use reporting platforms such as PowerBI etc..
Experience managing RF X s , contracts , and supplier performance.
Good understanding of operational and project- based business environments .
Ability to work independently and drive initiatives proactively .
Strong communication and collaboration skills .
Fluent English skills , both written and spoken .
Experience working in international and matrix organizations is considered as an advantage .
Personal Attributes
Business and customer oriented .
Structured and solution focused .
Strong ownership and accountability .
Able to balance strategic and operational priorities .
Collaborative and relationship-oriented .
Comfortable working in a dynamic international environment .
Strong problem-solving and decision- making capabilities .
Success Factors
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Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
The Category Manager - EEM is responsible for sourcing and category management activities in Indirect categor y within the Eastern Europe & Mediterranean region.
The role partners closely with Frontline (FL) business functions , project teams , suppliers , and internal stakeholders to identify sourcing opportunities , negotiate contracts , implement category strategies , and ensure cost- efficient , compliant , and high-quality supplier solutions. Together with Global and Area Category Managers , he contributes to the implementation of strategies across markets within FL.
The Category Manager acts as a key business partner supporting operational excellence, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing initiatives across the region .
Kone · Budapest, Hungary