Are you skilled in strategic sourcing with a knack for building strong supplier relationships? If so, the Indirect Category Manager role at Mars Veterinary Health (MVH) is the perfect fit for you to drive procurement excellence and innovation in veterinary care.
About Mars Veterinary Health
At Mars Veterinary Health (MVH), the world we want tomorrow is A Better World for Pets because we believe pets make the world a better place. A division of Mars Petcare, we are part of a diverse, global, family-owned company that’s committed to leveraging our size and scale to make a long-term, positive impact on people, pets, and the planet
Today, Mars Veterinary Health is a purpose-driven team of more than 70,000 passionate, pet-loving Associates spanning preventive, general, specialty, and emergency veterinary care and diagnostics. We set a standard for high-quality care for more than 25 million pets each year across 2,500+ veterinary clinics and diagnostic labs worldwide. Together, we are dedicated to harnessing our combined knowledge, talent and resources to lead the veterinary profession in making A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS – and the people who care for them.
Note : This role will be based from our Group Company Ani Cura and working for Mars Veterinary Health
About Ani Cura
Ani Cura is a family of well-known animal hospitals and clinics specialized in veterinary care for companion animals. Ani Cura provides modern, high-quality veterinary care for pets at over 500 practices in 15 European countries and creates peace of mind for pet owners through excellent access and patient safety. Ani Cura has a turnover of around $1B with the aspiration to expand business through a combination of organic growth and new hospital acquisitions. Every year, Ani Cura’s 12.000 passionate veterinary professionals attend to three million companion animal patients. Since 2018, Ani Cura has been a part of Mars Veterinary Health, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced individual who will own and develop sourcing strategies to support top management decisions and deliver P&L benefits. This position requires working closely with senior stakeholders and suppliers to ensure optimal commercial arrangements and drive continuous improvements.
Description

• Job Title: Indirect Category Manager
• Function : Procurement
• Reports To: Head of Indirect Procurement
• Location: Netherlands [Preferred] /Any of the Ani Cura country office locations
• Languages: Proficiency in English and any other European language is a plus.
• Contract: Full Time

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Contribute significantly to the overall performance, savings and profitability of MVH
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to identify and deliver best-value solutions
• Negotiate the best overall commercial arrangements with suppliers selected through fact-based methods.
• Become a recognised subject matter expert for your category; the Category Manager will build strong, trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and assume full responsibility for meeting business needs through: interpreting spend, category planning, deep market knowledge, influencing demand, developing sourcing strategies, deploying RFx, rigorous supplier selection and negotiations, contract development, supplier performance management, and assuring compliance with MVH policies.
• Drive change; challenge existing sourcing decisions; coordinate supplier development strategies; always prove potential for improvement.
• Lead, collaborate and participate in international strategic initiatives that align with team objectives.
• Manage relationships with existing and new suppliers.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders.

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Degree and/or CIPS qualification desirable.

You are expected to have:

• Strong commercial acumen to develop strategies.
• Creative thinker with the ability to offer innovative solutions.
• Demonstrable achievements in cost saving and value creation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and e-sourcing tools.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement practices and policies.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement and Sourcing with exposure to strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers.

As a person we believe you are:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication in English and interpersonal abilities, capable of effectively engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated success in teamwork, including collaboration with cross-border teams.
• Preferred experience in an international, fast-growing environment, with strong relationship-building, communication, and independent and team-working skills.

Our offer:

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to shape the future of veterinary care, together.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package
• A stimulating work environment with good opportunities for personal development
• Freedom to take responsibility and the opportunity to influence
• Flexible working hours, hybrid working, international, digital work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• The opportunity to cuddle our beloved 4-legged friends in our offices.
• We are always open for a conversation to discuss your individual needs.

If this sounds like you
Please contact Lekya Kanamarlapudi, Group Corporate Recruiter, who is happy to tell you more about this opportunity and the recruitment process. Or apply by submitting your resume through clicking the apply button below.
MVH is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.