Procurement Category Manager – Warehousing & Distribution
Core
Shape category plans and negotiate contracts for warehousing, transportation, and customs services across global distribution networks to ensure supply chain resilience and cost efficiency.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Warehousing & Distribution)
Builds
Sustainable warehousing and distribution solutions for the LEGO Group
Domain
Logistics & Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> client delivery (strategic sourcing contracts)
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, stakeholder influence, commercial acumen, logistics market knowledge, network optimization, sustainability strategy, ambiguity navigation, analytical mindset
Preferred skills
Experience in international environments, knowledge of automation trends, experience in large multinational organizations
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Shape category plans for warehousing, transportation, and customs services; Negotiate and maintain logistic contracts; Build supplier strategies with clear commercial outcomes; Partner with finance and regional management to deliver savings; Translate market insights into practical category decisions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC