Category Manager

Does working in the fast-paced world of liquid logistics appeal to you Are you interested in working for a company that also happens to be the worlds largest producer of sustainably farmed turbot and sole Then OSE-listed Stolt-Nielsen might be the place for you.

As our Category Manager you will be working closely together with stakeholders across the organization. You are responsible for procurement activities and you will apply a total cost of ownership approach.

Stolt Tankers a division of Stolt-Nielsen Limited (SNL) is the specialist in transporting bulk liquids: chemicals clean petroleum gases vegetable oils biofuels and oleochemicals.

What you will be doing
As a Category Manager within Stolt Tankers you will be part of the CM team and responsible for the implementation of the defined strategy across the assigned portfolio of categories and contracts. You will actively take part in supplier management and identify needs for future procurement along with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
Responsible for spending optimization and delivery of tangible cost management and efficiency of procurement projects applying total cost of ownership approach.
Manage contract administration including conducting contract analyses and overseeing contract execution
Lead supplier performance management by analysing supplier results monitoring cost development and driving performance review cycles and audits.
Responsible for stakeholder management and alignment.
Identify opportunities for more (cost) efficient order delivery implementing optimal set up and agreements with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Determine data needed to evaluate and report KPIs for suppliers.

Qualifications
Bachelors degree in business or relevant field.
At least 5 years of experience in tactical procurement roles and contract negotiation preferably in a maritime environment Experience in project management is also a plus.
Strong awareness of the latest trends in procurement and sustainability.
Strong stakeholder management skills.
Team player solution-oriented mindset with attention to details.
Excellent communication skills in English both verbal as well as written.

What we offer
Join us and become part of a family- founded organization where your contribution counts.
A fulltime (375 hours a week) role.
The ability to partially work remotely.
A competitive compensation package including a 13th month.
Be part of an international team.

How to apply
Complete the online application form and send it to us along with your CV.
We will invite you for two interviews.
The Predictive Index test is part of the application process.
Got any questions Contact Caterina Bertoni Gonzales at

About Stolt-Nielsen
Stolt-Nielsen Limited (SNL) is focused on opportunities in logistics distribution and aquaculture. The Stolt-Nielsen portfolio consists of its three global bulk liquid and chemical logistics businesses Stolt TankersStolthavenTerminals and Stolt Tank Containers as well as Stolt Sea Farm and several investments. Stolt-Nielsen Limited is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (OsloBørs: SNI). Our values: commit to go further collaborate for success act pragmatically and create solutions.

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