Assistant Category Manager – Safety and Nautical

Job Description

About the job

At Maersk, we are embarking on an exciting and transformative journey that reshapes the global trade landscape. This pivotal moment in our company's history calls for individuals with exceptional talents who are ready to make a significant impact.

Do you have what it takes to become a member of a world-class, international category management team?

Do you have the ability, the drive and the ambition to challenge status quo and the influencing skills that can deliver extraordinary results in a dynamic and complex environment?

Are you passionate about negotiations, category strategies, and decarbonization?

We offer

If you can say ‘Yes’ to above, then you may be just the one we are looking for to drive the sourcing and contracting of Safety & Nautical equipment for Maersk’s marine procurement operations!

We are part of Ocean Asset Partnerships team, who is in charge of overall vessel related procurement activities. You will become a member of a truly global team and collaborate closely with operation and technical team to develop and implement different initiatives for excellence of our global vessel fleet, as we go on a journey for carbon neutral.

At Maersk we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job. We value diversity in all its forms, including – but not limited to – gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

This position is based in Shanghai, China.

Key responsibilities

• Creation and implementation of category strategies to effectively manage procurement activities within Safety and Nautical area, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, project implementation and continuous improvement

• Negotiate the best deal for the company also taking the full lifetime cost into consideration

• Seamless collaboration with stakeholders of technical and operation team to initiate, strategize, plan and implement various work streams

• Achievement of key category target incl. cost management, operation excellence, innovation engagement and ESG initiatives

• Address day-to-day operational queries within your area of responsibility.

• Establish and apply cost modelling concepts, spend & demand analysis and evaluation

• Take the lead in coordinating and managing projects of cross-function team to achieve related objectives and targets.

• Maintain and develop strong relationships with suppliers, monitor their performance, and drive innovation and continuous improvement in supplier partnerships.

We’re looking for

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about the maritime industry and has the will, curiosity, and experience to impact the business.

• Solid procurement background, preferably within the marine industry with comprehensive understanding of procurement processes, industry-specific regulations, and supplier management within the marine sector

• A strong negotiator with proven track record of successful negotiation outcomes, including contract terms, pricing, and supplier agreements

• Strong commercial mindset with a natural focus on achieving the most cost-efficient solutions to the business

• Good at solving complex business problems in a structured and analytical manner

• Have an entrepreneurial mindset and are good at balancing multidimensional stakeholder demands with the need for results

• Proficient in collecting, analysing, and interpreting data to derive insights and support informed decision-making.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Able to collaborate effectively, resolve conflicts, and foster productive partnerships with suppliers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams

• Proficient skill in speaking and writing English

• A team player that could collaborate with internal/external stakeholders

• Equipped with mindset to challenge the status quote and find creative solution in a complex environment

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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