Global Port & Cargo Procurement Director

Wallenius Wilhelmsen; Bærum; On-site; NOK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a data-driven, commercially minded procurement leader to head the global Port & Cargo Procurement team from Lysaker, Norway. You will shape category strategies, lead strategic sourcing and contract management, and drive value across demand, specifications, and supplier relationships in a truly global setting.

The role requires 10+ years in strategic procurement, a Master’s degree, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in strategic procurement or related commercial roles.
• Experience leading cross-geography teams.
• Master’s degree; fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global Port & Cargo Procurement team.
• Shape and execute category strategies across the global Port & Cargo portfolio.
• Lead strategic sourcing, negotiations and contract management.
• Build transparency across spend, supplier performance and demand through data analytics.
• Strengthen supplier relationships, performance management and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Shipping Services and other stakeholders to develop better commercial and operational solutions.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Category management

Supplier management

Data-driven

Stakeholder influence

English fluency

Education

Master’s degree in Business or Economics

Job description

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is seeking a data-driven, commercially minded procurement leader to head the global Port & Cargo Procurement team from Lysaker, Norway. You will shape category strategies, lead strategic sourcing and contract management, and drive value across demand, specifications, and supplier relationships in a truly global setting.

The role requires 10+ years in strategic procurement, a Master’s degree, and fluent English.