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Head of L&S Category Management  Automation, Storage and Packing Solutions

Denmark, Copenhagen, 1098Full-time2026-09-30 → 2026-10-08

Core

Shape global category strategy, value proposition, and supplier ecosystem for automation, storage, and packing solutions supporting Maersk's warehouse infrastructure.

Role type

Senior strategic procurement leader (Head of Category Management)

Builds

Scalable sourcing strategies, commercial models, and supplier partnerships for automation and storage assets.

Domain

Logistics + Supply Chain + Procurement

Required skills

Category management, strategic sourcing, CAPEX/OPEX optimization, commercial modeling (financing/leasing), stakeholder leadership, team management, supplier performance management, business case development, total cost of ownership analysis

Preferred skills

Experience with automation/robotics, engineering background, digital tools/AI curiosity, change management (via careerplan.io/jobs/R198896-1-head-of-ls-category-management-automation-storage-and-packing-solutions-at-maersk)

Technologies

None explicitly listed as tools

Responsibilities

Develop global category strategies, translate business ambitions into sourcing roadmaps, connect market intelligence with business needs, develop commercial models, partner with Finance/Engineering/Operations, lead strategic negotiations, build executive supplier relationships, drive supplier performance, lead and develop a global team, establish governance frameworks

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership scope