Strategic Category Manager: Ground Handling & GSA Sourcing

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

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.