Lead and develop specific categories of indirect goods and services through strategic opportunity assessment, category planning, and sourcing
Job Summary
Lead and develop specific categories of indirect goods and services through strategic opportunity assessment, category planning, and sourcing.
Drive fact-based procurement initiatives, analyzing spend and contracts while exploring supplier markets and implementing strategies for long-term success.
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across the organization, leading Category teams and influencing decision-makers to achieve sustainable results.
Matching Summary
Lead and develop specific categories of indirect goods and services through strategic opportunity assessment, category planning, and sourcing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strategic opportunity assessment
Category planning and sourcing
Fact-based procurement initiatives
Supplier market exploration
Supplier relationship management
Stakeholder relationship building
Nice-to-have
Dynamic and experienced
Strategic thinker and influencer
Change driver
Patience for sustainable results
Inclusive and collaborative culture
Key Requirements
University degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering & Management, or Technology
Extensive experience from Category Management and Procurement of Indirect products and services
Proficiency in category management, procurement, and negotiation
Strong analytical capabilities including spend analysis
Understanding of different pricing models and contract structures
Experience in Strategic sourcing and negotiations
Experience in driving change in complex organizations