Senior Category Manager (Ports & Stevedoring)

Job summary

The role involves managing the Ports & Stevedoring category within Group Procurement, focusing on driving commercial value and supporting operational performance in a complex international environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in influencing and challenging senior stakeholders in high-pressure situations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate competing priorities.
• Demonstrated negotiation and commercial leadership capabilities, particularly in high-value negotiations.
• Ability to drive initiatives forward and deliver results in complex organizational structures.
• Experience in cross-functional, international environments with strong relationship-building skills.
• Fluent in English, comfortable communicating with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the category strategy for Ports & Stevedoring in alignment with business objectives.
• Lead sourcing projects, negotiations, and contract management within the category.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate commercial and supply risks to ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to support strategic decision-making.
• Promote sustainability, standardization, and best practices in procurement.
• Contribute to the development of a high-performing procurement function.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and strong stakeholder management.
• Excellent negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• Ability to influence decision-making in complex environments.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in procurement or related fields.

Tools

• Familiarity with procurement management tools and software is advantageous.