Regional Category Manager at APM Terminals

APM Terminals is the global terminal operating arm of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group. APM Terminals operates a Global Terminal Network of 76 operating port and terminal facilities and 117 Inland Services operations in 59 countries around the globe.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Regional Category Manager

Ref No.: AT-287802
Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities

Execution of category strategies that are aligned to Global Category strategies. Execution will include regional sourcing strategy execution, supplier negotiations, sourcing events and contract implementation.
Manage regional supplier relationships, execute joint collaborative Innovative initiatives, and monitor supplier contract negotiations.
Collect voice of customers in the regions and identify opportunities for regional cross-leverage in close alignment with global Asset Category Management and Technical team .
Support Supply Chain Procurement initiatives.
Regional supplier development .
Regional system and data integrity
Primary owner of the relationship with regional and local terminal stakeholders
Collaborate on strategies with Global Category Manager. Bring in Business and Regional Insights into Strategy. Work closely with fellow regional Category Managers.
Responsible for creating transparency to leverage our volumes across APMT, secure efficient demand management, share best practices and ensure minimum compliance standards.
Develop and manage internal and external partnerships by demonstrating strong leadership, project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Requirements
We are looking for:

5 years’ or more experience in procurement.
Strategic mindset, holistic picture, proactiveness and willingness to challenge status quo.
Ability to work with ambiguity and navigate through regional cross-functional and cross-geographical complexities, with strong result orientation.
High-level understanding of Life Cycle Management categories and challenges.
Strong project management skills.
Solid analytical and presentation skills.
Supply-chain and ERP system know-how.
Good legal and contracting knowledge.
You are a highly result-driven and solution-focused individual with the ability to manage a variety of tasks.
Ability to balance both short- and long-term orientation for the business.
Good knowledge of regional business challenges and supplier landscape.
Basic knowledge of terminal asset and operations.