Indirect Category Manager
2 weeks ago
Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories.
This role requires a strong understanding of the temporary labor market, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders.
Exhibiting excellent stakeholder management skills and working closely with regional procurement teams the role will drive global strategy implementation and alignment across the regions and setting the best practice in given category portfolio.
Develop and together with regional procurement implement comprehensive global category strategies for Temporary Labor and Professional Services to drive cost savings, improve service quality, and mitigate risks.
Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and stay abreast of industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with global/ cross regional suppliers and vendors in the temporary labor and professional services space.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and service level agreements ensuring favorable terms for the organization.
Monitor vendor performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Local/ regional situation, needs and supplier base within the regions
Provide guidance, support and best practice to regions on temporary labor and professional services procurement.
Identify opportunities for consolidation of services and standardization of processes.
Risk Management:
Assess and manage risks associated with the temporary labor and professional services category.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the category, leveraging data analytics and performance metrics to identify areas for enhancement.
Lead cross-functional teams in process improvement projects.
Degree or Secondary education in business or equivalent work experience
Work Experience:
Significant previous experience in indirect category management of indirect procurement with focus on temporary labor and professional services
Good experience in managing and delivering projects on time in international and cross-entity settings
Ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple projects/deadlines simultaneously.
PC literate with strong proficiency in MS-Office (Word, Email, Access, Excel, SharePoint)
Able to work comfortably in a team environment, multi-task and support concurrent requirements for various internal customers
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, other languages would be an advantage
Gate Gourmet is the world's largest independent provider of catering services for airlines and are the core business behind gategroup, whose eleven associated brands offer customers a comprehensive scope of products and services for virtually any on-board need. We provide more than 200 million meals a year to our 270-plus customers at some 120 airport locations around the globe.
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Global Category Manager Indirect
1 day ago
Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Description Job Summary: Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories. The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary: Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories. The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary: Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories. The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary:Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories.The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary:Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories.The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary: Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories. The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary:Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories.The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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Global Category Manager Indirect
2 weeks ago
Ashford, United Kingdom gategroup Full timeJob Summary:Reporting to the Global Procurement Director Indirect, the Global Category Manager Indirect will deliver value to gategroup through procurement initiatives and processes within the indicated indirect sourcing categories.The position is responsible, within assigned categories, for developing and executing global category strategies, managing...
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