Category Manager - Payment Solutions

Maersk Group - A.P. Møller Mærsk; København; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative international environment

Opportunities for personal development

Flexible and modern workspace

Job summary

Maersk Group - A.P. Møller Mærsk in Copenhagen seeks a Category Manager for Payment Vehicles within the Indirect Procurement team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving global payment solutions and enhancing the Payment Vehicles program.

The ideal candidate should possess 6–8 years of experience in payments or fintech, with strong knowledge of digital payment solutions. The workplace promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, offering a collaborative international environment.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in a global organization.
• Proven project management and implementation experience.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Drive and support global payment solutions.
• Digitise and enhance the Payment Vehicles and Travel program.
• Lead procurement and implementation of digital payment solutions.
• Identify and deploy best-in-class payment technologies.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure alignment.

Skills

Experience within payments, fintech, or banking

Strong knowledge of payment solutions

Project management experience

Analytical skills and attention to detail

Ability to influence stakeholders

Experience in cross-functional teams

Strong prioritisation and execution capabilities

Job description

Opportunity

Maersk is going through an exciting phase of transformation and growth, with the ambition to become the global integrator of container logistics. We connect and simplify our customers’ supply chains, enabling global trade in a sustainable way.

We are now looking for a Category Manager – Payment Vehicles to join our Indirect Procurement team within Asset Strategy & Strategic Partnerships. This role will play a key part in accelerating the impact of Maersk’s Payment Vehicles Program across the organisation by driving best‑in‑class payment solutions globally.

What we offer

At Maersk, you will be part of a truly global organisation, working alongside talented colleagues and stakeholders across regions and functions.

• Work in a collaborative and international environment
• Gain exposure to global procurement and payment strategies
• Be empowered to shape your own development journey
• Be based at our Copenhagen HQ (Esplanaden), designed to support flexible and modern ways of working

Key responsibilities

• Drive and support global payment solutions across Maersk entities
• Digitise and enhance the Payment Vehicles and Travel program
• Lead procurement and implementation of digital payment solutions (e.g. corporate cards, virtual payments)
• Identify and deploy best‑in‑class payment technologies and strategies
• Collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure alignment on payment programs and policies
• Engage with suppliers and partners to deliver value and innovation
• Support internal and external requirements to continuously improve customer experience

What we are looking for

Experience & Skills

• 6–8 years of experience within payments, fintech, or banking in a global organisation
• Strong knowledge of payment solutions, global payment products, and payment strategies
• Proven project management and implementation experience
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across functions
• Experience working in global, cross‑functional teams
• Structured mindset with strong prioritisation and execution capabilities

Behaviours & Mindset

• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently
• Highly adaptable in fast‑paced, dynamic environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• International mindset with fluency in English (written and spoken)

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Work type: Full time

Locations: DK - Copenhagen