Category Manager

2 settimane fa


Milano, Lombardia, Italia Prada Group A tempo pieno

Founded in 1913 in Italy, the Prada Group has built a legacy of innovation and excellence. Our iconic brands include PRADA, Miu Miu, Church's, Car Shoe, and Pasticceria Marchesi, with operations in over 45 countries and a diverse workforce of over 100 nationalities.

As a Category Manager at the Prada Group, you will join a dynamic and international team driven by curiosity and a passion for excellence. The company values the talent and passion of its employees, fostering their professional growth and development.

Job Purpose

The Category Manager will report directly to the Head of Indirect Procurement and coordinate the procurement process for assigned expense categories.

Responsibilities

  • Manage procurement requests and issue orders to vendors
  • Periodically analyze and monitor expenditure KPIs for covered categories
  • Negotiate with strategic vendors in cooperation with the Head of Indirect Procurement
  • Supervise the selection of new potential vendors with the Vendor Manager, Cost Governance, and Procurement Excellence
  • Manage negotiation activities, including tender specifications and vendor evaluations
  • Draft contracts with vendors in cooperation with the Legal Department and the Head of Indirect Procurement
  • Support the Vendor Manager, Cost Governance, and Procurement Excellence in procurement planning and initiatives for continuous process improvement

Requirements

A degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or Management, combined with at least 7 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the fashion industry, management consulting, operations, logistics, or business management.

Excellent knowledge of the supply market for relevant categories, negotiation and interpersonal skills, and expertise in procurement and negotiation techniques.

Legal knowledge for contract conclusion, strategic planning and operational skills, problem-solving abilities, and analytical skills with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and accounting standards.

Proficiency in IT tools and systems, including ERP, eProcurement platforms, MS Office, and proactivity, curiosity, and focus on identifying new business opportunities.

Fluent English language skills.


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