Category Manager, Leased Lines Job at Vodafone (Luxembourg)

Category Manager, Leased Lines

Vodafone

Location:
Luxembourg , Luxembourg

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The Category Manager for Leased Lines leads commercial strategy, supplier negotiations, and sourcing execution for Leased Lines across Vodafone markets. The role drives savings in alignment with Group SCM objectives. As a Category Manager Leased Lines, you will be responsible for the definition, sign-off and execution of category strategy and the management & delivery of relevant projects in various Local Markets. You will lead the negotiation for new contract renewals/amendments and build strong relationships with local teams & stakeholders. You will drive the execution of Vodafone's global strategy for buying and procuring leased lines.

Job Responsibility:

Lead RFQs, negotiations and conclusion of contracts, working with Legal and internal stakeholders to met the business requirements
Proactively drive enforcement of category strategies, identify and realise savings
Build and maintain a strong partnership with senior stakeholders, relevant policy owners and the community at a Group and local market level
Build negotiation strategy and lead direct negotiations with Suppliers to achieve cost reduction and improvement to service delivery
Develop and improve innovative commercial models and solutions for Vodafone and 3rd party customers
Investigate and drive performance improvements on specific opportunities identified within the category
Input into reporting against targets as defined by overall SCM goals and objectives
Challenge thinking of local markets and how those requirements can be presented to Suppliers to create an advantage for Vodafone
Manage and ensure the use of Supply Chain tools, processes, policies and standards

Requirements:

Proven data analysis capabilities
Effective engagement with key stakeholders and ability to communicate and present at senior management level
Experience of working within procurement either at global or local level, technical knowledge of networks & services and possess ability to recommend/drive category transformation
Business level proficiency in written and spoken English and German
Solid experience in Telecoms industry with procurement experience
Track record of delivering against challenging targets and of successful teamwork with virtual teams in cross cultural environment
Well-developed written and verbal communication and executive presentation skills
Strong commercial and negotiation skills in relation to multi-year agreements
Strong contract negotiation skills new and in life
Leadership and teamwork, key focus on collaboration of virtual teams
Business acumen
know the Leased Line industry, market, practices and trends
Knowledge or previous experience about datacentre commercial models

What we offer:

Annual Discretionary Bonus
Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, with the option to buy an additional 5 days and the opportunity to carry over 5 days per year
1 additional day (Family Day) for personal milestones or special occasions
11 public holidays to enjoy time with family and friends
5 charity days per year to give back to the community
Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible working schedule to help you balance your professional and personal life
20 days to work from abroad, allowing you to combine work with travel and new experiences
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Lunch vouchers to support your midday meals
Access to private AXA health insurance and a robust pension scheme to secure your health and future
Continuous Learning and Development: Access to Vodafone University and online training resources to help you grow your skills and advance your career

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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