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Strategic procurement in financial services
Negotiation with top consulting firms
Management of global legal panel
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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.
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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.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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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.
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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