Category Manager - Ground Handling and Sales Agent Procurement

DHL; Diegem; On-site; Confidentiel; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Flexible learning opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

DHL is seeking a Category Manager to join the Air Capacity Sales (ACS) Procurement team. You will own key sourcing categories, partner with stakeholders across regions, and negotiate with strategic suppliers to drive value and growth for DHL's air freight business.

You will work with a global network of procurement colleagues, contributing to sustainable sourcing, supplier risk assessment, and innovative contracting approaches while advancing your career in an international, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or related field.
• Experience in Air Cargo, Aviation or international logistics services is beneficial.
• Experience managing suppliers and leading commercial negotiations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams and regions.
• Proactive mindset and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic international environment.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide market intelligence, sourcing expertise and procurement guidance.
• Identify strategic sourcing opportunities and deliver value through supplier management.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Lead supplier negotiations and establish regional agreements.
• Collaborate across regions to harmonize processes and identify best practices.
• Support procurement activities to meet quality, service and cost targets.
• Assist sourcing of goods, services and transportation capacities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About DHL and Procurement:

About DHL and Procurement: DHL Group is the world’s leading logistics provider, with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that does more than move goods—we have a very clear purpose: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business, and together we share the pride of building one of the world’s largest leaders in logistics and supply chain.

About DHL and Procurement:

About DHL and Procurement: DHL Group is the world’s leading logistics provider, with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that does more than move goods—we have a very clear purpose: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business, and together we share the pride of building one of the world’s largest leaders in logistics and supply chain.

DHL Corporate Procurement is a trustworthy business partner that builds a competitive ecosystem for the DHL Group – SUSTAINABLE, AGILE, CONNECTED, FORWARD LOOKING. We transform the way DHL is sourcing products, systems and services from external partners, leveraging modern digital tools and technologies. Our global procurement team is our biggest asset and by focusing on clear priorities, we drive tangible value for our colleagues. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our EMEA region. Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Procurement? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DHL, you will be working with a global network of Procurement colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.

Job Purpose:

DHL is looking for a Category Manager to join our Air Capacity Sales (ACS) Procurement team. This is an opportunity to take ownership of key sourcing categories that support DHL's air freight business. You will work closely with business stakeholders, procurement colleagues across regions, and strategic suppliers to develop sourcing strategies, drive value, and support business growth. In this role, you will combine market insight, supplier management, and commercial negotiations to help deliver the best outcomes for DHL while building strong partnerships both internally and externally.

The ACS sourcing scope mainly includes:

• Ground Handling / Warehouse Handling (GHA)
• General Sales Agents (GSA)

Your tasks:

• Support key business initiatives by providing market intelligence, sourcing expertise, and procurement guidance.
• Identify strategic sourcing opportunities and help deliver value through effective supplier management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and business stakeholders.
• Lead supplier negotiations and support the establishment of local and regional agreements.
• Collaborate with procurement and business teams across regions to identify best practices and drive process harmonization.
• Ensure procurement activities support business requirements in terms of quality, service, and cost efficiency.
• Support the sourcing of goods, services, and transportation capacities while ensuring continuity of supply.
• Contribute to supplier risk assessments and sustainability evaluations.
• Manage contracts and support the implementation of new contractual approaches when required.
• Stay up to date on market developments and industry trends within your categories.

Your profile:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• More than 4 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or a related field.
• Experience in Air Cargo, Aviation or international logistics services are beneficial.
• Experience managing suppliers and leading commercial negotiations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and regions.
• A proactive mindset and strong analytical skills.
• The ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic international environment.
• Fluency in English.

We offer:

• Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world.
• International and virtual environment.
• Flexibility and great opportunity to learn.
• Tempting Compensation and benefits.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.