Strategic Global Category Manager – Professional Services

LEGO Brand Retail

Denmark

On-site

DKK 822,000 - 1,046,000

Full time

3 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

LEGO Group is seeking a Global Category Manager for Professional Services. The role focuses on global procurement strategies across Payroll, Legal, and Risk & Insurance, partnering with senior stakeholders and suppliers to shape demand and negotiate complex agreements.

You will drive supplier performance, manage risks, and deliver sustainable commercial value and innovation across a global organization. Based in Billund or London, the role involves cross-regional leadership.

Qualifications

7+ years of procurement experience, including strategic sourcing and category management in Professional Services.
Ability to translate business priorities into global category plans with value, service, compliance and continuity.
Strong commercial judgment with negotiating experience on global service agreements and pricing models.
Excellent communication to translate complex topics into clear stakeholder guidance.
Proven ability to build senior-level relationships and shape demand early in planning.

Responsibilities

Own and deliver global procurement category plans for Payroll, Legal, and Risk & Insurance.
Build partnerships with senior stakeholders to shape demand and coordinate a procurement pipeline.
Develop a global payroll vendor strategy with functional teams and ensure continuity.
Collaborate with Legal and BSO to improve third-party partnerships and supplier performance.
Lead complex global sourcing, contracting, and negotiations to deliver value beyond price.
Drive supplier segmentation, performance reviews, and risk management across regions.