Category Manager People Services

Location: Copenhagen Denmark
What We Offer
Maersk is on an exciting journey to become the worlds global integrator of logistics while leading the decarbonisation of the shipping industry

You will join the Professional Services Procurement team within Asset Strategy & Strategic Partnerships working in a truly global environment alongside diverse and high-performing colleagues.

At Maersk people are at the centre of our this role you will:

Contribute directly to Maersks transformation journey
Work in a collaborative multicultural team environment
Have opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
Be based at our headquarters in Esplanaden Copenhagen
About the Role
As Procurement Category Manager People Services you will drive global category management and procurement strategies across People Services area.

You will act as a trusted partner to HR Talent Acquisition and our business stakeholders delivering value through strategic sourcing supplier management and data-driven decision-making.

This role plays a key part in strengthening procurement maturity and enabling Maersks ambitious transformation agenda.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute global category strategies for People Services aligned with business priorities
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including RFx processes supplier evaluation and negotiations
Analyze spend and supplier data to identify cost-saving and value creation opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to support business needs
Own key commercial elements including pricing contracts and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Drive Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) including governance performance reviews and continuous improvement
Lead cross-functional procurement projects and initiatives
Ensure procurement best practices and process improvements are implemented
Act as a point of contact for day-to-day category-related queries

Who Were Looking For
Core Profile
Strong procurement and category management experience ideally within professional services
Proven ability to manage complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations
Solid understanding of commercials contracts and procurement governance
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from data
Ability to operate across strategic tactical and operational levels
Experience & Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Supply Chain Finance Economics Law or related field
Experience developing and executing global category strategies
Exposure to People Services categories (e.g. recruitment HR services consulting) is highly valued
Experience using digital procurement tools and data analytics
Key Competencies
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Excellent negotiation and influencing capabilities
Self-driven structured and detail-oriented
Comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Collaborative team player with a global mindset
Working at Maersk
At Maersk our five core values guide everything we do. We are committed to building an inclusive diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.