Freelance Global Category Manager - Procurement - Digital, Tech and Professional Services (ZZP)

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As a Global Category Manager - Procurement (Digital, Tech & Professional Services), you will be responsible for supporting the D&T Commerce/eBusiness teams by leading RFP and sourcing activities from initial demand to contract completion. You will play a key role in contract consolidation, gathering data, and engaging with OpCos and partners to optimize procurement processes in designated Commerce/eBusiness areas.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Lead and support global tenders, supplier negotiations, selection, and contracting in alignment with business needs.

     

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  Manage RFP and sourcing activities for Digital, Tech & Professional Services.

    

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  Drive contract consolidation by gathering relevant data and engaging with operational companies and external partners.

     

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  Support contract renewal cycles for key D&T Commerce & eBusiness partners (10+ suppliers).

  
  

   

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  Ensure procurement aligns with D&T transformation projects and business strategies.

  
  

     

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  Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, or equivalent. A purchasing or business qualification (CIPS/MBA) is desirable.

  
  

     

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  Experience: Minimum 7 years in Procurement, Vendor Management, IT, or Commerce. Experience in IT and/or Professional Services categories is highly preferred.    

  
  

        

  Skills:

  
  

     

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    Strong analytical and business acumen

      

    Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills   

        

    Ability to manage and influence stakeholders in a global organization  

        

    Experience with complex D&T transformation projects

          

    Language: Fluent in English (both written and spoken).