Category Manager

About our Client: Financial Service client committed to transforming the financial landscape through strategic purchasing and outsourcing. They work with key internal stakeholders to buy the right goods and services creating real value and driving change.

Position Overview: As a Professional Services Category Manager you will oversee various purchasing categories including Consulting & Contingent Labor HR Marketing & Communication representing an annual spend of between 3045 million EUR.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the category strategy with the support of a transversal team of stakeholders.
  
• Map and prioritize purchasing initiatives to save costs and create value.
  
• Renegotiate major contracts and ensure the purchase of the right goods and services.
  
• Maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  
• Continuously improve and innovate the functioning of the Procurement department.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Procurement Finance Economics or equivalent through experience.
  
• Over 3 years of experience in relevant purchasing domains such as Professional Services Marketing & Communication HR etc.
  
• Ability to handle complex negotiations and develop category strategies.
  
• Structured and analytical mindset.
  
• Curious open to new possibilities and challenges with a focus on the human aspect.
  
• Fluent in English Dutch and/or French.
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Training & Development: A wide range of training courses to support your success including technical or bankrelated training languages and personal development topics.
  
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible hours and homeworking options to ensure a good work/life balance.
  
• Compensation & Benefits: A competitive salary and fringe benefits including meal and eco vouchers an extensive insurance package and a Flex Income Plan to customize your package based on your needs.
  
• Employment Type: Full time / Perm.