Join our team as Category Leader!
Your Role:
Develop and execute category strategies, such as: Payroll, Recruitment, Marketing , Fleet Car Management, Corporate Credit Card ProgramsLead sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key suppliers to drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency.Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and category risks.Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.Initiate and lead cost-saving initiatives.
Your Background:
Proven experience in procurement or category management, ideally within professional services.Strong knowledge of commercial contracts, supplier relationship management, and negotiation strategies.Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to manage multiple categories and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Procurement, Finance, or a related field.Experience with procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba) is a plus.Why join us?
You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.Your Benefits at Aptiv:
Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones
Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events
Access to sports groups and Multisport card
Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)
Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!
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