Ph3Category manager - Warehouse Solutions and Mail Parcel Systems /h3pJoin to apply for the bCategory manager - Warehouse Solutions and Mail Parcel Systems /b role at bDHL /b /ppbAbout DHL and Procurement: /bbr/DHL Group is the logistics provider of the world with over 600,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development; we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain. /ppbDHL Corporate Procurement /b is a trustworthy business partner that builds a competitive ecosystem for the DHL Group – SUSTAINABLE, AGILE, CONNECTED, FORWARD LOOKING. We transform the way DHL is sourcing products, systems and services from external partners, leveraging modern digital tools and technologies. Our global procurement team is our biggest asset and by focusing on clear priorities, we drive tangible value for our colleagues. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our Mediterranean Subregion, part of EMEA Region. /ppReady to immerse yourself in the exciting world of bProcurement /b? Join the Mediterranean Procurement sub-region and bring your expertise on board for Italy, Greece and Israel business partners. /ppbJob Purpose: /bbr/The role will focus on defining the bcategory strategy /b and leading bsourcing projects /b for a sub-regional spend of €40m across bWarehouse Solutions /b and bMail Parcel Systems /b. This includes automated storage and retrieval systems, forklifts and pallet trucks, logistics robots, packing systems, cages and parcel lockers, racking and shelves, sorting equipment, loading/unloading solutions, conveying systems, identification systems, and telescopic conveyors. /ppThe main objective is to manage the contractual process and sourcing activities in line with compliance requirements, ensuring the business receives the bmost competitive pricing /b and bhighest quality solutions /b as approved by the requesting functions. /ppbYour tasks: /bbr/ /pulliDevelop and implement the category strategy at country level, and then extend it to the sub-regional level, in alignment with local business requirements and category sourcing guidelines. /liliCreate and maintain a sourcing project pipeline roadmap. /liliLead and execute sourcing projects. /liliBuild category knowledge and conduct market scouting. /liliParticipate actively in regional category calls. /liliManage cross-divisional business partner relationships within the Group. /liliSupport business decisions on investments and budgets. /liliManage relationships with strategic suppliers. /liliOversee stakeholder management activities. /liliInteract with other EMEA countries to share best practices. /liliUndertake ad-hoc business trips to DHL Italy sites and to headquarters in Bonn. /li /ulpbYour profile: /bbr/ /pulliUniversity degree completed, preferably in Engineering, or equivalent technical studies. /liliMinimum of 3 years in a similar sourcing role, or 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain operations. /liliFluency in Italian and English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage but not essential. /liliStrong analytical and negotiation skills. /liliHigh level of customer orientation. /liliStrong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively /liliConfident and convincing in interactions with suppliers and business partners. /liliFast learner with strong problem-solving skills. /liliCapable of managing projects under time pressure. /liliAble to work independently as well as in a team environment. /liliProcurement or Supply Chain-related qualification desirable but not essential. /li /ulpbWe offer: /bbr/ /pulliThe opportunity to work for the world’s largest logistics company. /liliA truly international and dynamic environment. /liliComprehensive onboarding with personal mentoring, digital sessions, and site visits. /liliContinuous learning through our in-house Procurement Academy. /liliFlexibility with smart working up to 40% of working days. /liliAn easily accessible office in Peschiera Borromeo, Campus Innovation, with shuttle connections to Milan railway and metro stations. /liliAttractive benefits including meal vouchers and an on-site canteen. /liliRoom to grow and develop your career within DHL Group. /li /ulpDHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr