Global Category Manager – Procurement & Sourcing

DHL Supply Chain; Westerville (OH); Presencial; Confidential; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

International environment

Virtual environment

Flexible learning opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Descripción de la vacante

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Category Manager for the Americas region to develop and implement regional procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead negotiations for warehouse equipment and related services.

You will drive cost savings, work with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with ESG and compliance standards while traveling up to 10% and collaborating with global sourcing teams.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, international management, supply chain management or related field.
• 8+ years in procurement or related field with experience in warehouse equipment category.
• Experience with procurement/contract drafting in English and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Fluent English; additional languages advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Provide professional sourcing support and conduct market research for strategic sourcing.
• Lead RFPs and negotiate supplier contracts across the Americas region.
• Develop and implement long-term category strategies and regional supplier management.
• Coordinate with global sourcing teams to align local strategies, track savings and benefits.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders and ensure compliance and ESG alignment.

Conocimientos

Procurement

Negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Contract drafting

Project management

English fluency

Educación

BS/BA in business administration, engineering

MS/MA in related field

Herramientas

Reverse auctions

Online bidding

E-procurement

Descripción del empleo

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Category Manager for the Americas region to develop and implement regional procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead negotiations for warehouse equipment and related services.

You will drive cost savings, work with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with ESG and compliance standards while traveling up to 10% and collaborating with global sourcing teams.