Global Workplace Strategist

6 days ago


Kongens Lyngby, Lyngby-Tårbæk Kommune, Denmark COWI AS Full time

Company Overview

COWI A/S is a leading international consulting group with expertise in engineering, environment and infrastructure. We work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world.

At COWI, we value differences and development, and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. We believe that this is what brings out the best in our employees, at work and at home.

About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled Global Category Manager for Workplace Services to join our team. As a strategic partner, you will play a critical role in redefining workplace services and driving value-adding procurement initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

  • Taking overall responsibility for the Workplace Services Category, including the development and execution of category strategies.
  • Continuously optimizing workplace services spending through value-adding procurement initiatives while maintaining competitive cost levels for the category.
  • Fostering a strong partnership with Workplace Services and acting as a procurement advisor to proactively identify sourcing opportunities and cost improvement potentials.
  • Redefining and developing new sourcing metrics and service levels in close collaboration with the Workplace Services Team across all COWI geographies.
  • Establishing solid governance and Supplier Relationship Management using KPIs and SLAs to enhance supplier performance in service quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Integrating sustainability requirements and metrics into Workplace Services acquisition and daily operations.
  • Actively leading and contributing to the refinement and implementation of procurement strategies, processes, and tools.

Requirements

  • A master's degree with 8+ years of experience in strategic procurement in international organizations.
  • A strong commercial mindset with in-depth knowledge of procurement strategy, tools, techniques, and processes.
  • Extensive experience in category management for workplace services and stakeholder management.
  • A proven track record in sourcing processes and negotiation of global workplace services contracts.
  • Excellent negotiation, project management, interpersonal skills, and English language proficiency.


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