Global Procurement Manager, Managed Services

Are you ready to inspire innovation and drive transformation in a dynamic and impactful role? Join our team as a Category Manager, Managed Services, and take charge of defining and shaping the future of our Field Maintenance and Managed Services category strategy. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact and work with a global expert in telecommunications. In this role, you will define and execute the Field Maintenance and Managed Services category strategy, driving innovation and automation to transform the category. You will implement the D2C methodology, focusing on cost drivers assessment and process improvement to optimize efficiency and performance and successfully manage and deliver Field Maintenance and Managed Services projects across various OpCo's and Partner Markets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. You will lead negotiations for projects, contract renewals, and amendments, establishing yourself as a recognized VPC domain expert while collaborating with local teams and stakeholders and achieving optimal cost of ownership, savings, and VPC order intake targets, securing project delivery following strategy. You will be responsible for developing and delivering innovative commercial models, contributing to the supplier roadmap, and ensure long-term sourcing choices are considered during category development. You will: Your Impact Manage the delivery of global category strategy, order intake, and savings targets while maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers. Utilize supply chain tools, processes, policies, and standards to manage the category effectively, ensuring budget holders' requirements are reflected in the strategy. Manage relationships with key suppliers, monitor performance, and identify potential future global suppliers. Work closely with Operations and Enablement teams across the SCM Community to ensure seamless collaboration and success. Develop and deliver innovative commercial models, producing solutions for third-party customers and contributing to SCM best practices. Develop and implement a clear stakeholder engagement approach supported by a comprehensive communication plan. Ensure project teams have a clear definition of roles and responsibilities, effectively influencing internal stakeholders and external suppliers to achieve success. Access to private AXA health insurance and a robust pension scheme to secure your health and future Continuous Learning and Development Apply: Take the first step and submit your application. Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with key stakeholders and communicate clearly at senior management levels. Customer Focus: Passionate about customer satisfaction and innovation, embodying the values of Speed, Simplicity, and Trust. Procurement Expertise: Experience in procurement at a global or local level with technical knowledge of networks and services, and the ability to drive category transformation with a track record of delivering against challenging targets. Commercial Acumen: Strong commercial and negotiation skills, particularly concerning multi-year agreements. Management and Teamwork: Proven ability to manage and collaborate within virtual teams, fostering a culture of teamwork and cooperation. Team Collaboration: Successful experience working with virtual teams in a cross-cultural environment. Communication Skills: Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver executive presentations. Reasoning skills: Strong data analysis capabilities, with a proven ability to derive actionable insights. Language Skills: Proficient in English with strong verbal and written communication skills. Education & Experience: A higher degree (technical background in Electronics or Electrical Engineering would be valuable) or proven experience in the field.