Category Management Lead

• Lead, guide and prioritize the work of category managers to ensure cross‑functional alignment with category strategies and business objectives.

• Build team capability: assess and develop category managers, identify skill gaps, and drive targeted development to increase category maturity.

• Ensure consistent application of category management standards, governance frameworks and best practices across all categories.

• Oversee the creation and execution of category strategies and structured category plans, ensuring strong stakeholder alignment.

• Own portfolio‑level procurement planning (annual, mid‑ and long‑term) and ensure consolidated planning across categories.

• Act as the group‑level owner of Supplier Relationship Management: supplier segmentation, KPI‑based evaluation, audits, and strategic partner development.

• Drive performance delivery: achieve category KPIs (including savings), ensure supply continuity, and coordinate risk mitigation plans.

• Serve as senior escalation point for supplier and claims topics; contribute to sourcing and evaluation committees and promote process improvements, including digitalization and simplification.

• University degree (MA/MSc or BA/BSc) in Economics, Engineering or Law.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement or category management.

• Extensive international IT equipment and IT services market knowledge, and solid understanding of legal and regulatory environments.

• Background in economics, supply chain or engineering.

• Fluent English (C1).

• ERP user experience (SAP preferred) and strong MS Office skills, knowledge of e‑commerce tools.

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with excellent communication abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high‑pressure environment.

• Proven leadership skills with a proactive, engaging approach.

• Strong stakeholder management skills at all organizational levels.

• Willingness to travel; valid B‑category driving licence.

• Competitive salary complemented with an attractive compensation package

• Cafeteria with several elements to choose from (e.g. SZÉP card, AYCM card, MOL LIMO usage, etc.)

• Notebook and iPhone with limitless internet access

• Life and health insurance, medical care package

• Be part of a competent, diverse and highly motivated team

• Professional trainings and career opportunities within MOL Group

• Free health program and participating in company organized events

At MOL Group, we know that our strength lies in diversity. During the selection process, we provide equal opportunities to all applicants with the appropriate qualifications and work experience, regardless of age, gender, disability, or reduced work capacity, sexual orientation, or ethnicity. At MOL Group, everyone matters.

If you have any specific needs related to your reduced work capacity at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform our recruitment team! We are happy to assist.