Category Manager

The role

As Category Manager for Machinery and Electrical, you will take full responsibility for a global category and shape how we source, negotiate, and work with suppliers across regions.

You will:

• Own and drive category strategies that deliver real business impact
• Lead commercial negotiations and tenders with key suppliers
• Ensure we get the right balance between cost, quality, and availability
• Work closely with stakeholders across operations, supply chain, and fleet

You will be part of a team that is actively changing how procurement supports the business, including Operational Excellence initiatives and stronger supplier collaboration.

What you will be doing

• Own a few global M&E categories, including supplier selection, contracts, and performance
• Drive tenders and negotiations – and be accountable for the outcome
• Analyze spending, identify cost drivers, and turn insights into actions
• Procurement support on major innovation projects, e.g. battery vessels
• Build and challenge supplier relationships to ensure performance and value creation
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and execution
• Support improvements in how we plan, source, and deliver goods to vessels
• Ensure our catalogues, pricing, and commercial terms are accurate and fit for purpose

What success looks like

• You create clear and executable category strategies
• You drive measurable cost and value improvements
• You establish strong, transparent supplier relationships
• You challenge the way we work — and improve it
• You are seen as a trusted partner by stakeholders

Who you are

You take ownership. You don’t wait for direction.

• You are commercially sharp and enjoy negotiations
• You are structured and able to turn complexity into clear actions
• You are comfortable working in a global and operational environment
• You can challenge stakeholders and suppliers in a constructive way
• You are hands-on when needed — this is not a “PowerPoint-only” role

You are likely to have:

• Experience within procurement, category management, or supply chain
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Experience working in complex, international environments
• Background within the Electrical area, i.e. batteries (preferred)

A relevant degree is expected, and you must be fluent in English and Mandarin.

Why this role

• Real ownership of a global category with tangible impact
• High visibility and interaction with key stakeholders
• Opportunity to influence how procurement operates going forward
• A role where you can both think strategically and execute

About Maersk

A.P. Møller - Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics, with ~70,000 employees across 130 countries. We are on a transformation journey — and procurement plays a key role in making it happen.

Additional information

• Location: Shanghai
• Reporting to: Head of Machinery and Electrical
• Travel: Expected as part of the role

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