Category Manager- Logistic Equipment

Job Description

Ready to help shape the future of one of the world's most loved brands? We're looking for a Category Manager-Logistic Equipment to join the LEGO Group in Billund.

The Procurement Category Manager oversees supplier relationships, develops and executes category strategies, and manages end-to-end procurement processes. They handle business request analysis, negotiate pricing and terms, select suppliers, process orders, manage contracts, and maintain supplier relationships. They lead commercial dealings with suppliers in critical areas, adhering to Global Procurement Policies and Processes. The procurement manager also builds and negotiates contracts within designated categories, following company policies to generate organizational benefits within the LEGO Group framework. They excel in conflict resolution and manage negotiations with guidance from senior leaders, undertaking ad-hoc projects with senior support.

• Category Management: Develop and implement sourcing plans aligned with organizational objectives. Translate business needs into actionable strategies while managing high-risk, high-spend supplier relationships in compliance with Global Procurement Policies to deliver value within global category frameworks.

• Strategic Sourcing: Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and internal business requirements to design and execute sourcing strategies that optimize value, reduce risk, and support long-term category goals.

• Supplier Relationship Management & Strategic Partnering: Establish and sustain strategic partnerships with key suppliers. Drive collaboration through supplier relationship management programs, performance reviews, and supplier development initiatives to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

• Stakeholder Management: Lead regional stakeholder engagement by identifying, influencing, and aligning cross-functional and external partners. Ensure procurement strategies support business goals and track progress through defined KPIs.

• Negotiation Skills: Lead complex, high-value negotiations and manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle. Develop and execute contracts in accordance with LEGO Group policies to secure optimal terms, mitigate risk, and maximize business benefits.

• Project Management: Define and manage detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation. Lead cross-functional teams by fostering collaboration, providing clear direction, and using analytical thinking to solve challenges and drive results.

• Innovation: Develop creative category and supplier engagement strategies using market insights. Identify and adopt emerging procurement technologies and trends to enhance efficiency, value creation, and sustainability.

• Change Management: Champion procurement transformation by communicating effectively, influencing stakeholders, and managing resistance. Identify risks and design mitigation plans to support successful adoption of new strategies and processes.

• Digital Capability for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Conduct continuous benchmarking and category screenings using advanced analytics. Generate insights and provide strategic recommendations that drive savings, cost avoidance, and informed decision-making.

• Sustainability & Social Responsibility / Compliance: Integrate sustainability and social responsibility into sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and contract terms. Ensure regulatory compliance while promoting ethical, transparent, and sustainable procurement practices.

• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain and procurement risks. Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure operational resilience and protect organizational continuity.

• Cost Transparency: Analyze and clearly communicate cost structures and drivers to stakeholders. Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate transparent, value-driven agreements to enhance procurement effectiveness.

Do you have what it takes?

• Collaborative person with 5+ years of relevant experience within procurement, project management and/or engineering in an international company. Preferably with spend under management of min. 100 mDKK

• Experience with relationship management of strategic suppliers

• Experience with stakeholder management.

• Experience with contract management

• Experience and ability to work with engineering and planning areas.

• Negotiation skills, experience with large spend.

• A technical insight incl knowledge of engineering processes.

• 1-2 years leader partnering experience with strategic level – C-level at external suppliers, internal VP & SD level

• International mobility, expect traveling 20-25 days a year

• Experienced in working in the full office package and SAP

• Advanced/fluent in English, verbal and written

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• Leadership: Taking initiative, role modeling  accountability, and effectively collaborating with colleagues. Exhibits strong communication, problem-solving abilities. Exhibit strong decision-making abilities, provide constructive feedback, and support their team's professional development while aligning their efforts with organizational objectives.

• Strategic Thinking:  Developing comprehensive plans that align with organizational objectives and by anticipating industry trends to capitalize on opportunities. Makes data-driven decisions, optimize resource allocation, and provide strategic insights to drive long-term success.

• Learning Mindset: Pursues specialized expertise, actively seeking leadership development opportunities, and integrating new knowledge into their work. Mentor others, contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, and stay ahead of industry advancements to drive innovation within their team and organization.

• Interpersonal Skills (D&I): Actively promoting diversity, fostering an inclusive team culture, and effectively managing diverse working styles. They should also mentor junior colleagues, facilitate open communication.

• LEGO Values & LP Behaviours: Encourages a culture of exploration and innovation among their teams, taking bold decisions and initiative in challenging situations whilst maintaining a strategic approach to achieving departmental goals. Fosters creativity and a high level of collaboration to  ensuring high quality outcomes and achieving collective success. 

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What's in it for you?

Here is what you can expect:

Family Care Leave - We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing - We want our people to feel well and thrive. We offer resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing along with opportunities to build community and inspire creativity.

Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build, so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.

Bonus - We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.

Workplace - When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.

Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children's Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children's Rights.

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