Global Logistics Category Manager

Quality of urban life We combine innovation, safety, inclusion and diversity within the company. Global Logistics Category Manager - Europe This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic, high-impact role in a multinational industrial company undergoing significant growth and transformation. As Global Logistics Category Manager, you will directly shape our global logistics-sourcing strategy, build long-term competitive advantage, and influence key decisions across regions and business units. Develop and implement global category strategies for Logistics that enhance the end-to-end value chain, reduce risk, unlock competitive advantage, and deliver sustainable cost savings. You will ensure full alignment with the Group Strategy, European subsidiaries, and regional Supply Chain teams while fostering strong internal partnerships and cross-functional collaboration. Define, develop, and regularly review subcategory and sourcing strategies in alignment with business needs, the Global Category Manager, and regional procurement leaders. Oversee market analysis for the logistics subcategory, including market observations, price trends, and emerging risk factors. Translate strategy into concrete actions, ensuring operational implementation that respects local specificities and business realities. Build strong strategic alignment with European subsidiaries, Supply Chain zones, and key business partners. Coordinate cross-functional and local supply requirements in close collaboration with regional procurement heads. Proactively engage internal stakeholders to ensure transparency, alignment, and adoption of global category initiatives. Supplier & Contract Management Lead global negotiations for logistics subcategories (Ocean Freight, Road Freight, Air/Rail Freight, Warehousing, Customs, etc.). Develop and maintain a high-performing, reliable global supplier base, including evaluation, qualification, audits, performance management, and supplier development. Ensure sound, compliant, and value-driven purchasing contracts that minimize company risk while maximizing flexibility and performance. Performance & Continuous Improvement Consolidate and leverage demand-planning inputs for strategic development of the logistics subcategory. Define subcategory KPIs, monitor performance, and report progress to the Global Category Manager. 8 years of experience in strategic sourcing and category management within a multinational industrial environment. Strong knowledge of Logistics procurement (Ocean, Road, Air/Rail Freight, Warehousing, Customs, etc.) Proven experience in international project management and/or change management. Strong analytical mindset with a proactive, data-driven approach. Ability to develop business cases, conduct pricing analysis, and manage suppliers at all organizational levels. Demonstrated capacity to lead, engage, and inspire teams to high performance. Established credibility in managing strategic logistics suppliers. Fluent/Bilingual English (additional European languages are a plus). We offer our employees a range of national and international talent programmes and provide time and financial support for training and development. 40‐hour week, 25‐30 days holiday, flexible working hours, part‐time and unpaid leave. High health and safety standards and internal health management, including social counselling and health promotion. Participation in public transport season tickets, fleet discounts and reduced insurance premiums, as well as company benefits. A global role with real influence and strategic visibility. The chance to contribute directly to our transformation journey and to shape the future of our global logistics network. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.