Category Manager - IT (m/f/d)

C & A; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ein zukunftsorientiertes Unternehmen sucht einen dynamischen Category Manager für IT-Beschaffungsaktivitäten. In dieser spannenden Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Entwicklung strategischer Beschaffungsstrategien, das Management von Lieferantenbeziehungen und die Umsetzung von Kosteneffektivität. Sie werden Teil einer aufregenden Transformation und tragen zur Vision eines der bekanntesten Einzelhandelsmarken Europas bei. Mit zahlreichen Lernmöglichkeiten, einem positiven Arbeitsumfeld und einem talentierten Team sind Sie in einer inspirierenden Position, um Ihre Karriere voranzutreiben.

Leistungen

Zahlreiche Lern- und Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Mitarbeiterrabatt von 20%

30 Tage Urlaub plus 3 zusätzliche Tage

Betriebliche Altersvorsorge

Programm für psychische Gesundheit und Wellness

Internationale und inspirierende Arbeitsumgebung

Positive Arbeitsatmosphäre

Qualifikationen

• Mindestens drei Jahre Erfahrung im strategischen Einkauf oder Category Management.
• Fähigkeit, komplexe Konzepte einfach zu kommunizieren.

Aufgaben

• Entwicklung und Umsetzung strategischer Beschaffungsstrategien für IT-Kategorien.
• Verwaltung von Lieferantenbeziehungen zur Förderung kontinuierlicher Verbesserungen.

Kenntnisse

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Verhandlungsgeschick

Stakeholder-Management

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Projektmanagement

Englischkenntnisse

Ausbildung

Universitätsabschluss in Wirtschaft

Abschluss in Finanzwesen

Abschluss in IT

Abschluss in Logistik

Abschluss in Betriebswirtschaft

Jobbeschreibung

The future looks like you

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for
the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Category Manager to oversee IT procurement activities within our organization. The Category Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to achieve cost-effectiveness and associated organizational objectives.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for IT procurement categories, aligning with organizational objectives and stakeholder requirements.
• Implement and drive a high level of adoption of procurement policies, procedures, and programs for the category to ensure the overall Indirect Procurement target delivery.
• Execute cost-effectiveness programs designed and developed under the category strategy to realize significant savings in the short, mid, and long term.
• Responsible for the implementation of the overall Strategic Category Management Excellence Program, including contracts, tenders, planning, and forecasting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop procurement strategies that support operational efficiency and sustainability goals.
• Develop relationships with strategic vendors to manage supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in collaboration with relevant internal business units.
• Drive innovation and best practices in IT, leveraging technology solutions and process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes within the category scope, providing insights and recommendations to inform strategic decision-making.

What you bring

• Team player with strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly motivated and proactive, with a forward-looking mindset and a can-do attitude.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in cost modeling, market analysis, and financial analysis.
• Sense of urgency and ability to identify and solve problems proactively, anticipating and flagging issues before they occur.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to simplify complex concepts into simple messages.
• Project management skills with an ability to think outside the box.
• Excellent English skills, both written and oral; other languages are a plus.
• University degree in Economics, Finance, IT, Logistics, Business Administration, or an equivalent field.
• Minimum of three or more years of experience in strategic procurement, category management, or a related role.
• Experience in or demonstrated capability of managing commercial results.
• Proven track record of developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.

What we offer

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

• Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
• Access to a Partner Discount Scheme
• An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
• 30 days' vacation plus an additional 3 days off
• Corporate pension scheme
• Mental health and wellness program
• An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
• A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture