Category Manager

3 months ago

Taastrup, Denmark GlobalConnect AS Full time

Category Manager - Active Equipment and Partnerships

Are you ready to lead strategic procurement and build strong supplier partnerships? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can drive significant impact? Join GlobalConnect as a Category Manager for Active Equipment and Partnerships and be part of our transformative journey

Your Role at a Glance
As a Category Manager, your days will be filled with diverse and impactful activities. You will start your day with team check-ins, followed by supplier negotiations, stakeholder meetings, and preparing materials for executive presentations. Your primary goal is to ensure that our procurement activities support GlobalConnect’s strategic objectives, driving cost efficiency, innovation, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute category strategies in collaboration with business units.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including tender procedures and contract negotiations.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Implement the GlobalConnect Supplier Relationship Management Framework to ensure high-quality deliveries and foster innovative collaborations.
  • Stay abreast of market trends and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.

The Team and Why GlobalConnect?
Join a vibrant and diverse team of procurement professionals based in Copenhagen and Stockholm, working in a hybrid model. The team comprises senior, mid-range, and junior procurement professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to the table. This inclusive environment fosters growth, innovation, and professional development.

At GlobalConnect, we are dedicated to building the future of digital infrastructure and network services in the Nordics. By joining our team, you will be part of a forward-thinking company that values efficiency, innovation, and strong partnerships. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow, make meaningful contributions, and enjoy a balance of remote and on-site work.

To Succeed with Us, You Need:

  • 5-10 years of experience in procurement and category management. Specific experience with active equipment suppliers and partnership programs is an advantage.
  • Expertise in procurement best practices and supplier relationship management.
  • Strong understanding of contracts and contract management.
  • Excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
  • Proficiency in business English.

Ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with GlobalConnect? Apply today and embark on an exciting journey with us

GlobalConnect is owned by EQT and is the fastest growing provider of connectivity solutions and digital infrastructure across Northern Europe. We are the result of recent mergers between Broadnet, GlobalConnect and IP-Only - now operating as one company in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Germany and Finland. Our 1 600 employees ensure that we are the main challenger on each market by delivering secure and future proof solutions to some of the world’s largest companies as well as to private households. And everything in between.

We have helped develop and digitize societies across the Nordics for more than two decades. Our purpose is what drives us to continue - turning visions into reality by empowering society with connectivity.

Location:
København, DK, 2450

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