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Category Leader - Professional Services

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Aptiv

Category Leader - Professional Services

Krakow, Poland

Join our team as Category Leader!

Your Role:

  • Develop and execute category strategies, such as: Payroll, Recruitment, Marketing , Fleet Car Management, Corporate Credit Card Programs
  • Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key suppliers to drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
  • Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and category risks.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
  • Initiate and lead cost-saving initiatives.

Your Background:

  • Proven experience in procurement or category management, ideally within professional services.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial contracts, supplier relationship management, and negotiation strategies.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple categories and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Procurement, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience with procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba) is a plus.

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Why join us?

  • You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
  • You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
  • You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

  • Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones
  • Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events
  • Access to sports groups and Multisport card
  • Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)
  • Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)

Apply today, and together let's change tomorrow!

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Client-provided location(s): Kraków, Poland
Job ID: Aptiv-J000679639
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Pet Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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