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PolestarPosted 1 month ago
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Group Category Manager – Corporate Services & Professional Services

On-siteGöteborg, Västra Götaland, Sweden

Full TimeEnterprise

Job Summary

Lead category strategies for indirect procurement, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, complex negotiations, and supplier selection to deliver measurable financial and operational outcomes. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders while challenging business needs when required. Monitor category performance through cost optimization, supplier performance tracking, and value creation. Coach a team of category professionals, overseeing hiring and performance management. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and commercial impact within the Procurement organization.

Required Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in category management and indirect procurement
  • Proven track record in strategic sourcing and negotiations
  • Solid experience in leading teams
  • Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis and category planning
  • A relevant university degree
  • 10+ years of experience
  • senior-level responsibilities

Desired Qualifications

  • English is the language of written and spoken communication

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