Category Manager - Landside Transportation (Japan)
Core
Lead procurement and supplier management for landside transportation services across Japan to ensure sustainable capacity, competitive costs, and operational excellence for Maersk's integrated logistics network.
Role type
Category Manager (Landside Transportation)
Builds
Sustainable transportation capacity and competitive cost structures for Maersk Japan
Domain
Logistics & Supply Chain (Landside Transportation)
Required skills
Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Commercial Negotiation, Supplier Relationship Management, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Management
Preferred skills
Experience in transportation, logistics, freight forwarding, trucking, or supply chain sectors; Experience in international or matrix organizations
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategy for landside transportation in Japan; Lead transportation sourcing events, tender processes, and carrier selection activities; Manage strategic relationships with transportation providers and conduct performance assessments; Lead negotiations for transportation rates, contracts, and commercial frameworks; Monitor transportation market trends and capacity developments; Partner with Operations, Finance, Legal, and Customer Experience teams to align procurement solutions with business requirements.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC