Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group was built on a tradition of excellence and with a vision of innovation. Our Iconic Brands include PRADA, Miu Miu, Church’s, Car Shoe, and Pasticceria Marchesi. We operate in more than 45 countries, embracing employees of over 100 nationalities. Joining our company means working in a creative and international environment with teams motivated by curiosity and the pursuit of excellence. We value the talent and passion of our people, fostering their professional growth. Job Purpose The Category Manager reports directly to the Head of Indirect Procurement and coordinates the procurement process for covered expense categories. Responsibilities Manage procurement requests and issue orders to vendors. Analyze and monitor expenditure KPIs for covered categories periodically. Negotiate with strategic vendors in agreement with the Head of Indirect Procurement. Scout and select new potential vendors with the Vendor Manager, Cost Governance, and Procurement Excellence. Conduct negotiations, including tender specifications and evaluation of bids and vendors. Draft contracts with vendors in collaboration with the Legal Department and the Head of Indirect Procurement. Assist in procurement planning and initiatives for process improvement. Knowledge and Skills Degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or Management. Over 7 years of procurement experience, preferably in the fashion industry, management consulting, operations, logistics, or business management. Strong knowledge of the supply market for relevant categories. Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills. Expertise in procurement and negotiation techniques. Understanding of legal aspects of contracts. Strategic planning and operational skills. Problem-solving ability with creative and innovative ideas. Analytical skills with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and accounting standards. Proficiency in IT tools and systems (ERP, eProcurement platforms, MS Office, etc.). Proactive, curious, and focused on timely new business proposals. Fluent in English. J-18808-Ljbffr