Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe. Job Summary This role has the task to manage all procurement related activities on a global level, foster adaptation of procurement policy, develop category specific processes, lead sustainability and diversity required procurement activities with the key suppliers. The global category manager works in close collaboration with the different stakeholders and with the regional strategic procurement teams. Your activities Define, drive and implement travel, uniforms, protective equipment and general services sourcing category strategies or renew strategic sourcing categories management plans Identify key stakeholders; collaborate, advise and influence in a matrix organization Identify business requirements, work with the stakeholders to define supplier requirements Lead RFI’s/RFP’s/RFQ’s, negotiate contractual terms with potential suppliers Support strategic vendor qualification process Carry out category spend, market and product analysis required for category profiling Lead Category Councils worldwide involving the local procurement teams Develop and execute an optimal sourcing strategy for the managed categories Lead contractual discussions with suppliers within portfolio of managed categories Responsible for the spend cube accuracy for managed categories Effectively assess supplier proposals using Total Cost of Ownership approach and considering SLAs and supplier ESG readiness Set-up KPI’s and monitor service levels to ensure compliance and uninterrupted availability Work closely with business stakeholders to build consensus and alignment for sourcing & procurement projects, advise and influence in a matrix organization Manage costs (should-cost models, cost reductions, value creation, etc.) and drive savings Set rules of engagement with divisions/country organizations (incl. subsequent control of compliance) with respect to scope of managed categories Support and assist Head of Indirect Procurement with category specific analysis Your profile Bachelor or master’s degree in Procurement, Business, Economics, Supply Chain or equivalent 5 years of experience as Global Category Manager or Global Vendor Manager having led travel, uniforms, protective equipment and general services or similar sourcing projects at regional or global level. Preferred experience (not must requirement) in airport and logistics related applications. Proven track record in delivering year to year cost savings, driving cost reduction and supporting transformation projects Excellent negotiating skills and understanding of contractual key terms Strong process and project management experience, analytical skills Strong leadership skills to effectively manage category processes, and cross functional teams in a matrix organization Ability to work with key stakeholders in multicultural environment and at various levels Down-to-earth and positive work attitude, hands-on mentality, team worker Excellent social & communication skills – able to clearly articulate position in a complex organization English skills at business level (written and spoken) are a must, any additional language is an advantage. At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!