Global Category Manager Professional Services

ING

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Strategic procurement in financial services
Negotiation with top consulting firms
Management of global legal panel
** ING is seeking a Global Category Manager for Professional Services to develop strategies for consultancy and legal services, focusing on cost optimization and vendor management. The ideal candidate will have extensive procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset. **

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for developing category strategies for professional services to achieve significant year-on-year cost improvements while meeting budget targets.
  • Candidates must have proven experience negotiating with strategic vendors such as McKinsey, BCG, EY, and PWC to implement pricing mechanisms globally.
  • ING offers a competitive benefits package including a 13th-month salary, 8% holiday payment, and hybrid working options.

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** ING is seeking a Global Category Manager for Professional Services to develop strategies for consultancy and legal services, focusing on cost optimization and vendor management. The ideal candidate will have extensive procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset. **

Salary

Salary indication tailored to qualities/experience in GJA18 36 or 40 hour workweek; 13th month salary; 8% Holiday payment

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic procurement in financial services
  • Negotiation with top consulting firms
  • Management of global legal panel
  • Workforce optimization and contingency labor
  • Expertise in fee structures and billing models
  • Leading cross-functional sourcing initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • Agile and self-driven mindset
  • Experience with offshore teams
  • Drive sustainable procurement practices
  • Advanced advisory skills for stakeholders
  • Data analysis and executive presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • >6 years in Procurement at strategic level
  • >5 years Category experience in workforce management
  • Proven experience managing Global Legal panel
  • Master English business language communication
  • Leadership experience managing direct reports

Work Rights

Not specified

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