Category Management Indirect Manager

Are you an experienced procurement professional with a passion for fleet management, supplier strategy, and sustainability? Join Vertiv and take ownership of our EMEA Fleet & Mobility category, driving cost optimization, supplier excellence, and the transition towards a more sustainable fleet across multiple countries. 

What will you do?

• Develop and execute the EMEA Fleet & Mobility category strategy aligned with business objectives and sustainability targets. 
• Manage strategic supplier relationships across vehicle leasing, fuel and EV charging solutions, telematics, and fleet services. 
• Lead complex multi-country sourcing projects, contract negotiations, and framework agreements. 
• Drive fleet policy harmonization while balancing regional consistency and local requirements. 
• Support the electrification roadmap and sustainability agenda for Vertiv's EMEA fleet portfolio. 
• Partner closely with HR, Finance, EHS, and Sustainability teams to deliver business objectives. 
• Present fleet performance, KPIs, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. 
• Utilize digital tools and data analytics to identify optimization opportunities and drive continuous improvement. 

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. MBA, CIPS, or equivalent certification is a plus. 
• 8+ years of experience in strategic procurement or category management, including experience with fleet, mobility, or complex services categories. 
• Proven success managing multi-country supplier relationships, sourcing projects, and commercial negotiations.
• Strong understanding of fleet industry dynamics, including leasing models, IFRS 16, EV transition, and telematics solutions. 
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. 
• Fluent English; additional European languages are an advantage. 

The anticipated salary range for this role Slovakia is between 33 739€ to42 174€ gross per and reflects the range applicable in that jurisdiction. Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.

This role may be performed in multiple jurisdictions. In jurisdictions subject to EU Pay Transparency requirements, a locally applicable salary range applies and will be communicated in accordance with local legal obligations, if not shown in this posting. Salary ranges for other jurisdictions may vary in line with local market conditions and applicable legislation.

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