Global Real Estate & Facilities Category Leader

Wallenius Wilhelmsen group; Bærum; Remote; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallenius Wilhelmsen group in Lysaker, Norway, seeks a Procurement Category Manager for Real Estate & Facilities. This on-site role leads category strategy, governance, and commercial management of a USD 200 million global real estate portfolio including land leases and major construction projects. Based in Lysaker, the role requires regular office presence and close collaboration with senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Corporate Real Estate, Facilities Management, Construction Procurement or Strategic Procurement.
• Strong understanding of lease structures and landlord negotiations.
• Experience balancing global governance with local execution in a complex organization.

Responsibilities

• Shape category strategy and portfolio governance for Real Estate, Facility Management and Construction.
• Lead sourcing events, renewals and commercial negotiations with landlords and service providers.
• Develop sourcing frameworks and standards to deliver consistent value globally.
• Influence location decisions and optimize occupancy costs and portfolio risk.

Skills

Corporate Real Estate

Facilities Management

Construction Procurement

Strategic Procurement

Lease negotiations

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Global governance

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Real Estate, Property Management or related field

Job description

Wallenius Wilhelmsen group in Lysaker, Norway, seeks a Procurement Category Manager for Real Estate & Facilities. This on-site role leads category strategy, governance, and commercial management of a USD 200 million global real estate portfolio including land leases and major construction projects. Based in Lysaker, the role requires regular office presence and close collaboration with senior leaders.