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# Category Lead Software - Madrid

- **Company:** Philip Morris GmbH
- **Location:** Munchen, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software as a Service, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1b1754a2204d5d55

## About the Role

BS/BA degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related topics

 * Native or fluent speaking in English (minimum C1)

 * 5-7 years of experience in procurement of IT & Digital Services, or account management/sales in a IT specialized multinational

 * Deep understanding of pricing and pricing models in different global geographies/markets

 * Bid-management experience & contracting experience (including KPI setting and measurement)

 * Strategic thinking, strong analytical skills and fantastic negotiation skills

## Description

For our Procurement Category Management team in Madrid, we are looking for a Category Lead - Digital Solutions who will report into the Category Manager Global Technology.

In this role, you will handle assigned sub-categories, acting as a subject matter expert. Demonstrating an eye for business opportunities, you will provide critical thinking to assure, protect and build value for PMI.

Your day-to-day :

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Be a trend setter and the a subject matter expert in SaaS & IT services related products, developing and deploying Global Strategic Procurement plans by interacting with key collaborators, analysing category data and metrics to drive and deliver end-to-end category management practices in line with overall functional strategies.

 * Develop and deploy global and regional strategies by engaging and building relationships with internal cross-functional partners, external suppliers and industry experts.

 * Adhere to current processes and recommend improvements to standard processes, focusing on cost optimisation, quality, and service levels.

 * Manage high-cost contracts and vendors on a global level, ensuring service reliability, supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives are met., Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.

 * Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone's contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong.

 * Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.


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