Hello there! We’re Vodafone Intelligent Solutions (also known as _VOIS) and we’re looking for a

 

 

Category Manager

As a Category Manager Leased Lines, you will be responsible for the definition, sign-off and execution of category strategy and the management & delivery of relevant projects in various Local Markets. 
You will lead the negotiation of relevant projects and contract renewals/amendments and establish yourself as a recognised Category Manager interacting with local teams & stakeholders. With the team you will drive the execution of Vodafone’s global strategy for buying and procuring leased lines, fixed line access and consumer line rental, contributing to the category supplier roadmap and ensuring that longer term sourcing decisions are considered.

 

 

What you'll do:

 

Solid experience in Telecoms industry with procurement experienceTrack record of delivering against challenging targets and of successful teamwork with virtual teams in cross cultural environmentWell-developed written and verbal communication and executive presentation skillsProven data analysis capabilitiesEffective engagement with key stakeholders and ability to communicate and present at senior management levelExperience of working within procurement either at global or local level, technical knowledge of networks & services and possess ability to recommend/drive category transformationBusiness level proficiency in written and spoken English Strong commercial and negotiation skills in relation to multi-year agreementsStrong contracting skills – both for initial agreement and ongoing managementLeadership and teamwork, key focus on collaboration of virtual teamsBusiness acumen; know the Leased Line industry, market, practices and trendsKnowledge or previous experience about property or datacentre commercial management

 

What you will bring to the team:

Strong commercial and negotiation skills in relation to multi-year agreementsStrong contracting skills – both for initial agreement and ongoing managementLeadership and teamwork, key focus on collaboration of virtual teamsBusiness acumen; know the Leased Line industry, market, practices and trendsKnowledge or previous experience about property or datacentre commercial managementSolid experience in Telecoms industry with procurement experienceTrack record of delivering against challenging targets and of successful teamwork with virtual teams in cross cultural environmentWell-developed written and verbal communication and executive presentation skillsProven data analysis capabilitiesEffective engagement with key stakeholders and ability to communicate and present at senior management levelExperience of working within procurement either at global or local level, technical knowledge of networks & services and possess ability to recommend/drive category transformationBusiness level proficiency in written and spoken English 

In return we provide you with:
 

A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcomeA collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse teamAccess to internal and external trainings A supportive internal coaching and mentoring cultureCorporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with ONE subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU)Cafeteria packagePrivate Medical ServicesEmployee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing and mental healthLife and accident insuranceYou can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year16 weeks fully paid parental leave. This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoptionYou and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partnersYou will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week

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