Global Category Manager, Sourcing & Strategy

Maersk Line Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk Line Limited in Dubai seeks a Category Manager to lead Terminal Procurement for West and Central Asia within Maersk Procurement. You will drive value creation, safeguard cost competitiveness, and partner with internal stakeholders to enable the company strategy.

You will work in a Fortune 500 environment with global reach, tackle sourcing challenges, navigate complex markets, and travel as needed. The role demands strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills, with initial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; MBA/Master’s preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to model costs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.
• Proven negotiation and sourcing experience.
• Ability to travel and work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Solid work experience in procurement or sales.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute category strategy aligned with global and regional goals.
• Map spend, identify cost drivers and opportunities in complex markets.
• Develop new models to quantify total costs of ownership.
• Lead supplier negotiations with a clear strategy.
• Ensure contract compliance and maintain contract data.
• Communicate complex messages to leadership and drive value.
• Deliver on time while supporting environmental and sustainability targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiations

Cost modeling

Project management

Sourcing strategy

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA/Master’s degree

Tools

Excel

Data analytics tools

Job description

Maersk Line Limited in Dubai seeks a Category Manager to lead Terminal Procurement for West and Central Asia within Maersk Procurement. You will drive value creation, safeguard cost competitiveness, and partner with internal stakeholders to enable the company strategy.

You will work in a Fortune 500 environment with global reach, tackle sourcing challenges, navigate complex markets, and travel as needed. The role demands strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills, with initial