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Category Manager - Professional Services & BPO (m/f/d)*

Location Munich, Germany Job type Full-Time Work mode Hybrid Job level Professional Job ID 11667 Company Munich Re Employment type Regular Area of expertise Procurement
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As part of the Global Sourcing Team and reporting to the Global Category Manager for Professional Services & BPO, you will take ownership of strategic procurement initiatives in the subcategories of Management Consulting & Audit, Legal Services, BPO, and HR-related services.

You will focus on delivering optimal sourcing solutions that create business value, strengthen supplier relationships, support digital transformation, and ensure compliance with regulatory and risk standards. In this role, you will effectively execute local and regional strategies in collaboration with the global category team. 


Your Job

  • Act as the central strategic interface with internal customers and key supplier managers for related procurement activities
  • Ensure strategic procurement processes including demand management, tenders, offer evaluations, contract negotiations, and implementation
  • Support the Global Category Manager in developing sourcing, supplier, and risk strategies, as well as shaping the process value chain
  • Ensure the alignment and implementation of local and regional procurement strategies 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
  • Apply category and market knowledge to identify opportunities and drive results
  • Foster global interaction with the procurement functions within Munich Re 
  • Use the digital procurement tools to improve user satisfaction (e.g. Coupa)
  • Ensure all sourcing activities comply with legal, regulatory, and corporate social responsibility standards


Your Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering or Supply Chain Management, or similar professional education
  • 5+ years of relevant procurement experience or proven track record in related roles
  • Experience in leading strategic sourcing projects in an international environment and ability to orchestrate cross-functional negotiation teams
  • Good knowledge of BPO and Professional Services sub-categories, i.e. consulting, legal, temporary labor, recruitment, and HR services
  • Good knowledge of digitization, including using Coupa to streamline and improve the efficiency of purchasing goods and services
  • Strong project management skills with proven experience in delivering category and sourcing strategies and projects that are data-driven and managed
  • Proficiency in contract terminology and the ability to develop alternative clauses in cooperation with in-house legal departments
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and experience of working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • Ability to balance risk and effort with regulatory and compliance requirements
  • Technical expertise in the supported category strategy, with a clear understanding of the impact of regional and global strategies on local markets

Application Instructions
In order to consider your application, we require your application to be submitted via our online applicant portal. In addition to uploading your CV, we recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position is of interest to you.

About us
As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 16,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel. 
Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation. 
Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re.
Our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below. 

Unlock your potential

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
  • Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
  • Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

  • Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
  • Retirement provision: state of the art in-house pension solutions.
  • Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
  • Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements. 
  • Hybrid working: living the best of both worlds – we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.

* Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified. 


Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft
Sascha Srbecky, HR Consultant

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Your Benefits

With us, you get more than just an exciting job. Enjoy a wide range of employee benefits tailored to your wellbeing and development. Please note that regional differences may apply.

Competitive Salary

We provide fair and competitive compensation that reflects your performance and commitment.

Company performance-based Incentives

In addition to your salary, our variable compensation approach allows you to share in Munich Re's success.

Recognition and Special Rewards

We recognise outstanding individual contributions through a variety of targeted rewards and incentives.

Retirement Planning

We support your long-term financial wellbeing with retirement solutions aligned with local regulations.

Inclusive Workplace Culture

We foster a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven environment.

Learning & Development

We offer tailored learning opportunities with a strong focus on core skills and business-critical knowledge.

Work-Life-Balance

Supporting your ability to balance family, leisure, and your career.

Health & Wellbeing

We support your physical and mental health through a range of programs and activities in each location.

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