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Global Category Manager Capex & Facilities for MEP/TFM (all genders)

Job Details

Contract Type:
Unlimited / Full-Time
Job Start Date:
1/1/2025
Country / City:
Germany / Hamburg
Company:
Beiersdorf AG
Job Function:
Procurement

Your Tasks

The Procurement team “Capex & Facilities” within Procurement Indirects at Beiersdorf Group is an international team of Global Category Managers covering the categories Real Estate, Engineering, Construction, Machines, Facility Management, Facility Services and Energy Supply. We are responsible for providing Procurement support to our global portfolio of production centers, distribution centers, management units, and facilities across 150 affiliates worldwide. Dealing with high investment volumes and strategic demands, our team requires individuals with strong strategic procurement and project management skills.

  • In this role, you will be responsible for defining and implementing global strategies as well as managing international project procurement activities within Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Technical Facility Management (TFM) for our worldwide facilities.

  • You will oversee contract management and negotiations across the full category spend, aiming to maximize procurement value contribution (e.g., project timelines, return on investment, cost development, supply security, service improvements, innovation) by leveraging the full range of market options.
  • Within global investment projects and operating facilities, you will ensure compliance with procurement standards, methods, and processes, while fostering a sustainable and effective interface between demand owners and the procurement community.
  • Together with the CAPEX & Facilities team, you will act as a trusted expert, sharing your procurement and category knowledge both within your organization and across the international network.
  • In addition, you will drive the development and management of the supplier portfolio within your category, champion innovative solutions, and actively contribute to the continuous advancement of procurement practices.

Your Profile

  • Master's Degree in Business Administration / Industrial Engineering / Engineering, Construction / Energy Management.
  • Relevant professional experience, demand knowledge and market understanding in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) installation and maintenance, as well as Technical Facility Management (TFM) demands.
  • At least five years of demonstrated experience in procurement, managing high-volume investments with a strong project-oriented focus.
  • Experience in handling construction contracts standards.
  • Very good knowledge of MS Office, SAP, e-tendering, S2C-/ P2P-processes.
  • Fluency in English and German is mandatory; proficiency in an additional language is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively in an international environment.
  • Confident demeanor, persuasive abilities, analytical mindset, and a results-oriented approach to work.
  • Proactive, pragmatic engagement and a solution-driven working style.

Additional information

We embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins. We would therefore kindly ask you to include only information and data in your documents which are relevant for the assessment of your application (e.g. curriculum vitae, salary expectations, relevant references and certificates) and encourage you to upload your CV without a picture. If you have any questions, please contact our recruiter Sadya Azzahra every Tuesday between 13:30 to 14:30 CET via the telephone number: +49 40 49095780

 

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    Get to know: Ceren

    Working at Beiersdorf has been an amazing experience. I get to collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world in a vibrant and supportive environment, shaping exciting projects and fostering strong partnerships. The company’s focus on teamwork and care makes the job rewarding, and Beiersdorf truly lives by its motto, '’Care Beyond Skin.’' If you're looking for a place where you can grow personally and professionally, this is it.