Category manager - Warehouse Solutions and Mail & Parcel Systems

Category manager - Warehouse Solutions and Mail & Parcel Systems

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About DHL and Procurement:
DHL Group is the logistics provider of the world with over 600,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development; we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

DHL Corporate Procurement is a trustworthy business partner that builds a competitive ecosystem for the DHL Group – SUSTAINABLE, AGILE, CONNECTED, FORWARD LOOKING. We transform the way DHL is sourcing products, systems and services from external partners, leveraging modern digital tools and technologies. Our global procurement team is our biggest asset and by focusing on clear priorities, we drive tangible value for our colleagues. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our Mediterranean Subregion, part of EMEA Region.

Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Procurement? Join the Mediterranean Procurement sub-region and bring your expertise on board for Italy, Greece and Israel business partners.

Job Purpose:
The role will focus on defining the category strategy and leading sourcing projects for a sub-regional spend of €40m across Warehouse Solutions and Mail & Parcel Systems. This includes automated storage and retrieval systems, forklifts and pallet trucks, logistics robots, packing systems, cages and parcel lockers, racking and shelves, sorting equipment, loading/unloading solutions, conveying systems, identification systems, and telescopic conveyors.

The main objective is to manage the contractual process and sourcing activities in line with compliance requirements, ensuring the business receives the most competitive pricing and highest quality solutions as approved by the requesting functions.

Your tasks:

• Develop and implement the category strategy at country level, and then extend it to the sub-regional level, in alignment with local business requirements and category sourcing guidelines.
• Create and maintain a sourcing project pipeline roadmap.
• Lead and execute sourcing projects.
• Build category knowledge and conduct market scouting.
• Participate actively in regional category calls.
• Manage cross-divisional business partner relationships within the Group.
• Support business decisions on investments and budgets.
• Manage relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Oversee stakeholder management activities.
• Interact with other EMEA countries to share best practices.
• Undertake ad-hoc business trips to DHL Italy sites and to headquarters in Bonn.

Your profile:

• University degree completed, preferably in Engineering, or equivalent technical studies.
• Minimum of 3 years in a similar sourcing role, or 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain operations.
• Fluency in Italian and English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage but not essential.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• High level of customer orientation.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Confident and convincing in interactions with suppliers and business partners.
• Fast learner with strong problem-solving skills.
• Capable of managing projects under time pressure.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Procurement or Supply Chain-related qualification desirable but not essential.

We offer:

• The opportunity to work for the world’s largest logistics company.
• A truly international and dynamic environment.
• Comprehensive onboarding with personal mentoring, digital sessions, and site visits.
• Continuous learning through our in-house Procurement Academy.
• Flexibility with smart working up to 40% of working days.
• An easily accessible office in Peschiera Borromeo, Campus Innovation, with shuttle connections to Milan railway and metro stations.
• Attractive benefits including meal vouchers and an on-site canteen.
• Room to grow and develop your career within DHL Group.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.