Category Manager

Category Manager - Fleet Mgmt

We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients.

The Company

Munich Re America Services (MRAS) is a shared service organization that delivers services to all Munich Re US P&C Companies and other group entities.

As a member of Munich Re's US operations, we offer the financial strength and stability that comes with being part of the world's preeminent insurance and reinsurance brand. Our risk experts work together to assemble the right mix of products and services to help our clients stay competitive - from traditional reinsurance coverages, to niche and specialty reinsurance and insurance products.

The Opportunity

Future focused and always one step ahead!

As part of the Global Sourcing Team and reporting to the Global Category Manager for Mobility & Marketing , you will take ownership of supplier management, oversight for 500+ leased vehicles in North America and procurement activities within the Mobility category.

You will focus on delivering value driven solutions that optimize total cost of ownership, ensure compliance and risk mitigation, strengthen supplier performance, and support sustainable and digital fleet management approaches. In this role, you will define and execute local and regional strategies in close collaboration with internal stakeholders and the global category organization.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central point of contact for all fleet related requests from internal stakeholders and external service providers
• Coordinate and manage vehicle allocations, reassignments, and relocations
• Ensure end-to-end strategic procurement processes, including demand management, sourcing initiatives, tenders, offer evaluations, contract negotiations, and implementation
• Monitor and analyze fleet related markets, supplier performance, cost structures, and relevant service models
• Manage and develop supplier relationships, including performance management, issue resolution, and escalations
• Support the Global Category Manager in developing category, supplier, and risk strategies and in further shaping the value chain
• Define, ensure alignment and execute local and regional fleet procurement strategies and processes in line with global guidelines
• Build and maintain strong cross functional relationships (e.g. Finance, HR, Legal, Risk Management)
• Apply category and market expertise to identify optimization opportunities and drive continuous improvement
• Foster collaboration with global procurement and fleet management functions across the organization
• Leverage digital tools and data to increase transparency, efficiency, and user satisfaction in fleet related processes
• Ensure all process, sourcing and supplier activities comply with legal, regulatory, and corporate responsibility requirements

Qualifications

Successful candidates will possess the following skills/capabilities:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics or a comparable qualification
• Several years of relevant experience in fleet management, procurement or a related environment
• Proven experience in managing sourcing initiatives and supplier relationships in an international or multistakeholder environment
• Solid understanding of fleet services, leasing models, vehicle lifecycle management, and cost structures
• Experience in analyzing financial and operational data to support sourcing and category decisions
• Good knowledge of digital tools and systems supporting procurement and fleet management processes
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills
• Confident handling of contractual topics in cooperation with Legal and other functions
• Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Ability to balance cost efficiency, risk, compliance, and operational requirements
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative, global team environment

At Munich Re, we see Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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