Responsible for managing sub-categories and suppliers which entails conducting sourcing activities, running Rfx’s and managing suppliers for Indirect IT Categories (enterprise and business apps, SaaS/IaaS, network infrastructure, hardware and IT professional services).
We offer:
Support the development and implementation of the category strategy and align the supplier portfolio together with the Category Lead.
Conduct market analyses and Rfx’s in line with business requirements as identified with the stakeholder.
Conduct negotiations with suppliers in terms of delivery, quality and price.
Manage and develop the supply base, to achieve our targets in delivery, quality, cost and innovation.
Maintain and develop relationships with strategic suppliers including contract management (NDA’s, Long Term- / Supply Contracts etc).
Monitor and manage influences on performance and achievements on the Procurement’s KPIs, in line with local requirements and rules.
Support in regional and integral Indirect Procurement initiatives.
Tasks and Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree ideally in IT, Supply Chain Management, or Business;
Preferred 5 years of experience at a minimum in IT Procurement.
Indirect category management experience - strong understanding of IT and software business and procurement concepts, including software licensing, cloud architecture, IT labor SOWs, and software-as-a-service Contract management skills;




including a working understanding of contractual terms and conditions and risk mitigation
Knowledge and strong utilization of Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with peers and management
Must be willing to travel to suppliers and/or other Dematic locations as needed up to 10%.
Demonstrated values of collaboration, integrity, courage and excellence is required.
KION brands keep the world moving – globally, regionally, and locally. KION is the Supply Chain Solutions Company. With over 42,000 employees in more than 100 countries, we enable smart, sustainable, and reliable supply chains worldwide - wherever goods are stored, moved, or delivered. KION offers its customers the full spectrum of solutions to make their supply chains future-ready. Our international brands, Linde Material Handling, STILL, and Baoli and our regional brands, Fenwick and OM, stand for outstanding technological innovation, intelligent automation and service excellence in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment. Dematic complements this expertise with state-of-the-art automation technology and AI-supported software solutions that optimize intralogistics across warehousing, production, and distribution. Whether locally or globally – we offer exciting career opportunities in an innovative environment shaped by our core values: Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence. Together, we create the magic of supply chain solutions.

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📌 Category Buyer - IT & Communications (Centro)
🏢 Kion Group
📍 Centro