Category Strategy Manager

15 hours ago


Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden Academic Work Sweden AB Full time
Company Overview:

Academic Work is a trusted partner in recruitment and staffing solutions. We specialize in matching top talent with businesses that share our values. Our clients trust us to deliver exceptional candidates who meet their unique needs.

Job Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Category Strategy Manager to join our team for a 5-month interim assignment. You will be responsible for leading and developing specific categories of spend within the marketing domain, driving strategic changes to foster innovation and improvements within the category.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Identify opportunities for improvement within the assigned category by conducting spend analysis and assessing category development.
  • Develop and execute category plans, including strategic sourcing initiatives, to optimize procurement processes and maximize value.
  • Monitor and manage supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with business needs and objectives.
  • Ensure long-term contract compliance and performance, securing sustainable procurement results.
  • Drive strategic changes to foster innovation and improvements within the category, incorporating change management where necessary.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, leading category teams and influencing key decision-makers.

Requirements:

* Extensive experience in Category Management and Sourcing of Marketing Services within a large enterprise environment.
* University degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or Management.
* Proficiency in category management, sourcing, and negotiation, with strong analytical skills, including spend analysis and opportunity assessment.
* Solid understanding of various pricing models and contract structures.
* Ability to drive progress in complex environments.
* Proven experience in strategic sourcing and negotiations.
* Experience in leading change in complex organizations with multiple stakeholders.
* Strong capabilities in developing and implementing procurement strategies.

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