Senior Category Manager - Travel and Events
Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Senior
On-site
The Senior Category Manager - Travel and Events role at Novo Nordisk requires extensive expertise in strategic procurement and category management within the travel and events sector. Candidates should possess a master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, coupled with 5 to 7 years of relevant experience. Key competencies include developing and executing global category strategies informed by comprehensive market and spend analysis to drive cost savings and quality improvements. The role demands strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and conducting supplier performance reviews. Proficiency in data management and analytical skills is essential to monitor category performance and support decision-making. The position also involves leading global meetings, participating in cross-functional projects, and mentoring procurement colleagues, highlighting leadership and communication skills. A global mindset and experience working with diverse teams and suppliers worldwide are critical. Fluency in written and spoken English is required to effectively collaborate across international teams. The ideal candidate demonstrates proactivity in driving change and innovation within procurement processes, with a thorough understanding of market trends, competitive landscapes, and commercial models specific to travel and events. This role offers opportunities for professional development within a high-performance, non-hierarchical corporate procurement environment focused on strategic business partnering and delivering extraordinary results.
About the role
Role Summary
- Join Novo Nordisk's Corporate Procurement team as a Senior Category Manager
- Drive global category strategies for Travel and Events
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and manage top supplier relationships
- Based in Bagsvaerd, Denmark, within a team of 6 procurement professionals
Responsibilities
- Define and execute category strategies aligned with stakeholders
- Conduct market and spend analysis to identify cost savings and quality improvements
- Monitor category performance and lead global meetings to advance objectives
- Manage key supplier relationships, conduct reviews, and negotiate agreements
- Participate in cross-functional projects to align strategies with business goals
- Mentor and train colleagues, supporting professional development within Corporate Procurement
Department Overview
- Corporate Procurement manages Novo Nordisk's global indirect spend (~130 billion DKK)
- 150 employees in Denmark and over 500 globally
- Strategic partner in executing company strategy
- Emphasis on global mindset, business partnering, and rewarding careers
- Non-hierarchical, empowered organization focused on high performance and trust
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in Category Management and/or Strategic Procurement
- Expertise in developing strategies with market and competition insights
- Understanding of market trends, competitive landscape, and commercial models in Travel and Events
- Experience building long-term partnerships and engaging colleagues globally
- Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, communication, and project management skills
- Proactive, skilled in driving change and fostering renewal
- Strong data management and analysis abilities
- Fluent in written and spoken English
Benefits
- Opportunities for learning and development in a global healthcare company
- Benefits designed for various career and life stages
- Unique company culture focused on purpose, respect, and extraordinary results
How to Apply
- Apply by 28th December 2025
- No cover letter required; include a few sentences about your motivation in your CV
- Do not include a photo in your CV
- For more information, contact Jörg Birkefeld, Director Travel, Fleet and Events at [email protected]
Note: Job title may be subject to change during the recruitment process.
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