Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and immediately available Interim Category Manager – Events & Sponsorships to join the Global Marketing Procurement team of our client SAP. We are looking for a highly skilled strategic procurement professional to take over an ongoing strategic procurement project.

Job description

  • Taking up initiative in an ongoing global RFP programme for US suppliers and driving it to completion using
  • Delivering a board-level optimisation programme
  • Finalising ongoing supplier negotiations and supplier selection process for the U.S. in cooperation with EMEA colleagues and a consulting services provider
  • Executing contracting for selected suppliers, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with SAP procurement standards
  • Supporting external consulting services provider and cooperating actively with the rest of the US team and EMEA team
  • Providing regular status updates and executive-level reporting on programme progress and commercial outcomes

Requirements

  • Fluency in English
  • Experience in strategic procurement as opposed to only operational procurement of at least 10 years in an international environment
  • Experience with strategic procurement in the events category
  • Ability to take over a major RFP process for US suppliers in the field
  • Experience with procurement tools and electronic RFP processes
  • US event services providers market knowledge is preferable

We offer

  • Opportunity to work in a global, collaborative environment on a high-impact project with a possibility of extension
  • Strong focus on career growth and professional development
  • A culture that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation
  • Hybrid working model
  • 25 days of vacation
  • Meal allowance
  • Multisport card
  • Cafeteria

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