Global Category Manager overseeing sourcing and category management for maritime products at Wilhelmsen. Supporting supplier qualifications and collaborating with international teams across various locations.
Responsibilities
Contribute to global sourcing and category management for Chandlery and IMPA products.
Support supplier qualification, performance follow‑up, and improvement activities.
Help ensure product quality, compliance, and consistency across markets.
Assist in negotiating commercial terms and supplier agreements.
Maintain and update product data and catalogues in our global systems.
Analyze procurement insights and market trends to support category decisions.
Collaborate with supply chain and sales teams to solve challenges and identify opportunities.
Follow Wilhelmsen’s global processes and governance frameworks to ensure best practice.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply Chain, maritime studies, or similar
1–4 years of relevant experience (procurement, sourcing, product coordination) — graduates with internships are welcome
An interest in global supplier networks and working across functions
Strong communication skills and a structured, detail‑oriented way of working
Comfortable working with product data, ERP/PIM systems, or catalogues
Analytical mindset with a proactive, solution‑oriented approach
Fluent in English; open to international travel.
Benefits
Competitive salary and an attractive pension plan
Flexible working hours and location
Perks such as a paid mobile subscription and health insurance
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