(Senior) Category Manager - Indirect Procurement

This role sits within the Procurement area of our high performing Operations organization at DGS Diagnostics.
You will independently own selected indirect spend categories, take responsibility for supplier relationships and category performance, and work closely with local and international stakeholders across business areas. Together with one dedicated colleague, you will drive measurable value, deliver documented savings, and support the development of Indirect Procurement on a global level.
This is a hands on role with real business impact, offering high autonomy and clear responsibility. It is well suited for someone who enjoys a collaborative environment and is confident in making decisions and implementing data driven strategies.

What we offer:

• An on-site role with real impact on the Global Diagnostics business, where you actively shape and develop indirect procurement and contribute directly to cost optimization;
• Close cooperation with local and international stakeholders, working alongside experienced colleagues across global teams;
• Opportunity to shape the role depending on your experience and seniority, with space for both personal and professional growth;
• A dynamic, supportive and inclusive work environment, where different perspectives are valued and collaboration comes naturally; 
• Scandinavian work culture based on equality, openness, independence and informal communication;
• Stable employment in an international organization, offering an attractive compensation package and development opportunities;
• Flexibility and trust, supporting a healthy work life balance.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage assigned indirect procurement categories end to end.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Cooperate closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and priorities.
• Drive improvements related to cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Support the development of procurement processes, standards, and best practices.
• Actively contribute to building and developing the indirect procurement function within the organization.

Scope depending on experience

• Senior level: Strategic ownership of indirect categories, building and developing procurement structures, setting standards, and driving long term improvements.
• Regular level: Operational category management with a strong execution focus, hands on supplier coordination, and responsibility for day to day activities.

What we hope you bring:

• Proven experience in Indirect Procurement as a Category Manager or Specialist, with the ambition to build long term supplier partnerships;
• Strong analytical mindset and the ability to turn data into actionable strategies that deliver measurable savings;
• Experience in building business cases, calculating savings, and presenting progress and results to leadership;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence in working across different business functions;
• Solid negotiation experience with suppliers and contracts;
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive results end to end;
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); experience in a global or matrix organization and a proactive, high drive mindset are strong advantages.

In the role of (Senior) Category Manager - Indirect Procurement, you will collaborate closely with SVP  Gitte Heede Hesel  

If you have additional questions, feel free to contact our recruiter Kasia: kmas@dgs-diagnostics.com 

Applications must be submitted in English via our application system. 

•    The interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis