Group Category Manager – Digital

Securitas

Securitas Group Securitas is a world-leading safety and security solutions partner that helps make your world a safer place. By leveraging technology in partnership with our clients, we offer a broad portfolio of value-enhancing services and solutions integrated across the security value chain – from on-site services to advanced monitoring, comprehensive risk prediction and advisory services. With around 322 000 employees in 44 markets, our innovative, holistic approach with local and global expertise makes us a trusted business partner to many of the world’s best-known companies. Benefitting from almost nine decades of deep experience and guided by our values of integrity, vigilance, and helpfulness, we create sustainable value by helping our clients optimize their operations and protect what matters most - their people and assets. Securitas IT Securitas IT is a truly global workplace within the Securitas Group with 800+ employees in 45+ countries. We are on a mission to transform and develop our business. Right now, there is a major digital transformation ongoing where Securitas IT among other things brings business critical solutions to our guarding segment, enhance data usage, improves the customer interface and streamlines the back-office IT. The Global IT Procurement function resides in the Securitas IT organization and is key in this development. Global IT Procurement Global IT Procurement owns the supplier ecosystem for Securitas IT and live to ensure business excellence. Focus areas include quality, cost effectiveness, vendor and risk management. The team consists of two streams – Software Asset Management and IT Sourcing. Currently team is located in multiple locations in EU with diverse backgrounds and geographies. Global IT Procurement sits within the Performance Management organization and reports directly to the Vice President, Performance Management, alongside the Finance and Project Management teams. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the role We are looking to strengthen our team with a Category Manager for Professional and Managed Services. This is a strategic role within a rapidly evolving organization undergoing a significant transformation journey, offering substantial opportunities to drive change, create value, and shape future ways of working. The role offers a high degree of ownership and influence across the full supplier lifecycle, including category strategy, strategic sourcing, vendor management, supplier governance, and contract lifecycle management. You will work closely with key internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers to optimize commercial performance, manage contractual commitments, and create sustainable business value. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Responsibilities * Own and manage the Professional Services and Managed Services category, including category strategy, supplier portfolio, and commercial performance. * Drive business development and sourcing transformation initiatives across the organization: * Lead sourcing change management initiatives and promote best practices across stakeholders. * Develop and execute sourcing strategies, category strategies, and process improvement initiatives. * Lead, prepare, and execute sourcing activities, including RFx processes, commercial negotiations, supplier escalations, and supplier relationship management. * Establish and maintain effective supplier governance models, driving strong strategic supplier relationships, contractual compliance, commercial performance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement through robust vendor and contract management practices. * Oversee and drive Statements of Work (SOWs) related to projects, ensuring scope, commercial terms, and deliverables are clearly defined and aligned with category strategies. * Participate in internal governance forums, such as the IT Committee, and represent category-related strategies, projects, initiatives, and business cases. * Act as the primary Securitas representative toward suppliers, serving as the key interface between internal stakeholders and external partners. * Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contractual commitments as part of the Supplier Risk Management program. * Represent Securitas in engagements with leading global technology and professional services providers. * Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for designated suppliers and supplier groups. * Analyze spend data and supplier landscapes to identify sourcing, cost optimization, and value-creation opportunities. * Track, report, and communicate savings and business outcomes generated through sourcing activities. * Continuously contribute to the development and improvement of sourcing processes, governance, and ways of working. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Requirements * Genuine background in procurement and/or sourcing, preferably gained through a strategic role within an international IT environment. * Experience negotiating framework agreements in relevant areas, with an excellent understanding of legal language, contractual terminology, and contract management principles. * Proven track record of working with major market players such as Accenture, TCS, HCL, Capgemini, Deloitte, and other leading IT suppliers across various categories. * Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement and sourcing. * Experience leading change management initiatives involving multiple stakeholders; cross-border experience is highly desirable. * A university degree in a relevant field. Additional procurement qualifications, such as CIPS or CPM, are considered an advantage. * Results-oriented and proactive, with the ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks. * Strong critical-thinking skills, with the confidence to challenge the status quo while maintaining an open-minded approach. * Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, combined with strong business acumen. * Strategic mindset with a willingness to take on significant responsibility and drive business outcomes. * Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix-managed organization and build effective relationships across functions and geographies. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Working conditions This role is open for candidates based in Poland or Sweden. It's a hybrid working model (2-3 days work from the office (Warsaw / Stockholm). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What we offer At Securitas we believe in doing the right thing and doing it well. For our customers and our employees. Our employees come from all walks of life and bring with them many talents and perspectives. We aim for diverse representation throughout the company, and we are committed to equal pay, safe working conditions, gender balance and an inclusive work environment with a wide range of skills and development opportunities. If this sounds like the right next step in your professional career, don't hesitate and apply!

Webhallen

Vill du ta ett affärskritiskt kategoriansvar i en organisation där din erfarenhet verkligen gör skillnad? Hos Webhallen får du kliva in i en central roll med stort mandat att påverka både kommersiella beslut och kategorins långsiktiga utveckling. Webhallen befinner sig på en betydande utvecklings- och förändringsresa och vi söker nu en erfaren Category Sales Manager som som vill vara med och driva en av våra strategiska fokuskategorier. Rollen passar dig som trivs i en dynamisk organisation med högt tempo, tydliga mål och goda möjligheter att påverka verksamhetens fortsatta riktning. Ditt primära uppdrag är utveckla, förbättra och förvalta kategorin genom att driva en lönsam tillväxt inom affärsområdet Telecom vilket inkluderar områden som Mobiltelefoner, Tablets, Wearables och Tillbehör. Du ingår i Category Sales-teamet och rapporterar till Sales Director. Om rollen: I rollen som Category Sales Manager ansvarar du för att maximera försäljning och marginal inom din kategori, bland annat genom att planlägga och prognostisera försäljning och marginal för din kategori, samt att samt genom att implementera den kategori- varumärkes- och sortimentsstrategi som definieras av det centrala kommersiella teamet. Du ansvarar för go to market-strategin för din kategori på Webhallen. Vidare ansvarar du för att kontinuerligt arbeta för att öka lönsamheten för din kategori, bland annat genom att strategiskt integrera de varumärken och produkter på Webhallen som är definierade av det centrala teamet, säkerställa att Webhallen har god tillgång på nyckelvaror samt att arbeta intensivt för att öka försäljningen av tillbehör och andra marginalstarka varor. I din roll kommer du att ha en tät dialog med det centrala kategoriteamet i koncernen och ansvara för att förmedla mål och önskemål gällande affärskrav på omsättning och marginal, samt att identifiera och förmedla möjligheter till vidare utveckling och tillväxt inom ditt affärsområde. Du kommer vidare att samarbeta nära flera andra team inom Webhallen, bland annat operativt inköp, marknad, commercial marketing och retail, samt det centrala teamet i Komplett Group, för att säkerställa att din kategori når de uppsatta försäljningsmålen. Rollen innebär bland annat: * Budget- och resultatansvar för kategorin * Försäljningsplanering och forecasting med förståelse för lagerstyrning * Implementering och integrering av kommersiell strategi * Maximera försäljning och lönsamhet * Stakeholder Management – arbeta när andra roller och funktioner internt och externt Personliga egenskaper: * Resultatorienterad: Drivs och motiveras av att uppnå mål och se utveckling av resultat * Initiativtagande: Är proaktiv och lösningsorienterad samt har ett prestigelöst förhållningssätt * Systematiskt förhållningssätt: Är metodisk och systematisk i sitt förhållningssätt; planerar framåt, gör tydliga prioriteringar och allokerar resurser effektivt * Effektiv kommunikation: Kommunicerar och presenterar på ett tydligt, precist och strukturerat sätt * Affärsutveckling: Identifierar och utnyttjar kommersiella möjligheter; har en stark positiv effekt på affärsutveckling och resultat * Inflytande: Gör intryck; övertygar och övertygar andra; får godkännande för idéer och planer * Nätverk: Bygger användbara nätverk och kan använda dem för att uppnå mål Utbildning och erfarenhet: * Flerårig dokumenterad erfarenhet av liknande roll med resultatansvar * Erfarenhet från kategoriarbete och/eller arbete med försäljningsansvar inom samma branch * Erfarenhet från retail inom företag med både digital och fysisk närvaro * Erfarenhet från bolag under förändring * Eftergymnasial utbildning inom försäljning och inköp är meriterande Praktisk information: * Tjänsten är ett vikariat på 10 månader * Urval och intervjuer sker löpande * Start: Oktober

AB Ny Kollega i Skåne

Do you have experience in B2B sales within food ingredients, food supplements, nutrition, health products, or private label manufacturing? Do you also have the proven drive to successfully close deals with customers?nIf your answer is yes, then you should definitely read on below. Join our growing Health & Nutrition business At Engelhardt, we are looking for a commercially driven Sales Manager to help us expand our Health & Nutrition business unit. We assist consumer brand owners and food companies in developing products within food supplements, meal replacements, sports nutrition, plant-based nutrition, and functional foods. We support our customers all the way from concept and formulation to production, packaging, and launch. Job description As our Sales Manager, you will develop new customers and selected targeted accounts in Sweden and the Nordic region, while also supporting selected European growth opportunities. You will work closely with customers, suppliers, production and product development teams to create successful products and long-term partnerships. The role is based in Västra Frölunda, with a hybrid working setup.  Key responsibilities include Identify and develop new business opportunities within health and nutrition. Build a structured pipeline of potential customers and targeted accounts in Sweden, the Nordic region and selected European markets.  Work closely with product development, production, suppliers and customer teams.  Turn customer needs into commercial product development projects.  Represent the company in customer meetings, trade fairs and industry networks.  Support long-term partnerships with consumer brand owners and food companies.    You thrive in a client-facing environment, enjoying the process of building relationships and delivering tailored, end-to-end solutions that meet each customer’s unique needs. This role requires strong short- and long-term planning skills, as you will manage your own schedule in alignment with a detailed market and activity plan. You will report directly to Business Line Management, and your success will be measured by the growth and long-term health of your accounts. This position offers high flexibility; you can be based either out of our office in Västra Frölunda or work from a home office. You are expected to be in the field meeting customers approximately three to four days a week. The remaining days will be spent at the office focusing on prospecting, administration, and strategic planning. Ultimately, you are a sales specialist dedicated to building long-term, profitable relationships with our customers. What We Offer We offer a varied and dynamic Sales Manager position in an environment that encourages both personal and professional growth, where your performance and results are highly rewarded. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with specialists across multiple fields to develop innovative solutions and significantly expand your national and international network. Based at our office and production facility in Västra Frölunda, Engelhardt is a stable and successful company. We are proud to be part of Bang & Bonsomer, a leading international group. Your compensation and benefits package will include: A competitive fixed monthly salary and an annual bonus scheme. A company car. A high degree of autonomy, allowing you to manage and plan your own time and activities. Experience required We are looking for an ambitious professional with the right commercial mindset and personal qualities to gradually grow into the role of Sales Manager. You are someone who genuinely puts the customer first and thrives on developing long-term business relationships. Your background may be within food ingredients, food supplements, contract manufacturing, private label, distribution, sports nutrition, or a similar B2B environment. Above all, we place great emphasis on your commercial drive, curiosity, structured approach, and ability to build lasting trust. Minimum 3-5 years of B2B sales experience in a relevant field.  Relevant post-secondary education.  Experience in new business development or targeted account development.  Ability to build trust with customers and manage longer sales processes.  Strong commercial drive and ability to work independently.  Good communication and presentation skills.  Fluent Swedish and English, spoken and written.  Good computer skills and ability to work in Office, CRM and digital sales tools.  Valid category B driving licence.  Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently for customer visits. Meriting experienceExperience from food ingredients, food supplements, nutrition, health products or private label manufacturing. Experience in project sales or solution-based selling.  Experience working with technical products or product development projects.  German or another European language.  Experience from international sales, export sales or distributor/agent collaboration.  You may already have an established network in Sweden, the Nordic region, or the DACH region, with relevant business contacts in the food, health, or nutrition sectors. Naturally, this will contribute to your success in the role of Sales Manager at Engelhardt. Your personal qualities To succeed as our Sales Manager, it is important that you are a person who is stimulated by visiting especially new customers and who has a lot of drive and is proactive. You enjoy negotiating and have the ability to help the customer get the best product/solution. It is important that you are a team player who sees the benefits for the entire company, while at the same time being able to work independently. Of course you share our core values. We will place great emphasis on your personal qualities and your profile for this position. Your application In this recruitment, we collaborate with Ny Kollega and you are welcome to contact recruitment specialist Johan Spjuth on 0733670660 if you have any questions. The last day to apply is August 10 but please apply in English as soon as possible as selection and interviews are taking place on an ongoing basis. Note that we will not accept applications written in Swedish. Background check will be conducted on our final candidate. We look forward to receiving your application!