Job Description

ppJoin our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex. /p pWilhelmsen Global Business Services (GBS) is looking for a bProperty Procurement Manager /b /p p bLocation: /b Lysaker (Norway) | bType: /b Full-time, Hybrid /p h3Are you ready to take full end-to-end responsibility for our global property portfolio, with the mandate to challenge, influence, and decide? /h3 pThis is a bhigh-impact, independent role /b with responsibility for property strategy, lease management, and commercial decision‑making across Wilhelmsen’s global office, warehouse, and port‑location footprint. You will work closely with Presidents, CFOs, and senior leaders across Business Units, acting as the company’s bproperty expert and trusted advisor /b. /p pIf you enjoy operating independently, challenging assumptions, and driving strong commercial outcomes in a global environment — this role offers real scope and influence. /p h3What will you work on: /h3 ul lipEnd-to-end ownership of Wilhelmsen’s global property portfolio /p /li lipProactive lease renewals and relocations — ensuring no missed deadlines /p /li lipManagement of offices, warehouses, and shared locations across BUs /p /li lipLead property‑related projects, including renewals and relocations /p /li lipDevelop and support business cases for property decisions in close collaboration with CFOs and Presidents /p /li lipChallenge location strategy, cost assumptions, and deal structures where needed /p /li lipAct as the single point of expertise for property matters globally /p /li lipEngage and manage local real estate agencies and external advisors /p /li lipStay informed on relevant real‑estate market trends and practices /p /li /ul h3What you need to be successful in the role: /h3 ul lipSolid experience in real estate, property procurement, or corporate real estate (leasing focus) /p /li lipProven track record managing complex, multi‑country lease portfolios /p /li lipExperience with offices and industrial/warehouse environments /p /li lipExposure to property acquisitions is a plus, though the role is predominantly lease‑driven /p /li lipStrong financial acumen with the ability to build and defend business cases /p /li lipConfident negotiator, comfortable pushing back and challenging senior stakeholders /p /li lipAbility to manage multiple projects independently in a global setting /p /li /ul h3What we are looking for: /h3 ul lipHighly proactive, resourceful, and self‑driven /p /li lipComfortable operating as a sole contributor with full accountability /p /li lipAssertive yet collaborative — able to “take the fight” constructively /p /li lipGlobally minded with strong cultural awareness /p /li lipExcellent command of English /p /li /ul h3What it’s like to work with us: /h3 pWe can offer a culture and work environment of strong leadership, career development, work‑life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. Beyond this, we have benefits that include, but are not limited to: /p ul lipA global role with exposure across regions and occasional travel /p /li lipFlexible working arrangements (hybrid) /p /li lipMobile subscription /p /li lipCompetitive pension and insurances plan /p /li lipCompany cabins and international apartments /p /li lipSports club membership and a wide range of cultural and social activities /p /li lipSocial events throughout the year /p /li /ul pSounds interesting? If you can see yourself in this role, please let us know why you are our new bProperty Procurement Manager. /b You can apply online today through our career portal by creating a ‘Candidate Home’ account. Here you can upload your resume and a motivational letter. /p pbWork location: /b Lysaker (Norway) /p pbDeadline date: /b /p pbContact for more information: /b Jennifer Stene, Vice President Customer Success Procurement: /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr