Procurement Strategy Specialist

2 days ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India beBeeProcurement Full time US$ 1,20,000 - US$ 1,80,000
Job Title:

Category Manager

Job Description:

In this pivotal role, you will have the opportunity to shape and implement procurement strategies that drive cost optimization, quality enhancement, and delivery reliability across assigned categories or groups of categories. Each day, you will ensure seamless execution in accordance with company instructions and procedures.

You will showcase your procurement expertise by recommending frame agreements to management and executing upon approval.

The work model for this role is hybrid, allowing for flexibility and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:
  1. Develop and implement sourcing strategies for MRO and indirect categories (spares, consumables, tools, services) aligned with business needs.
  2. Manage supplier selection, evaluation, negotiation, and contract finalization to ensure cost-effectiveness and supply reliability.
  3. Collaborate with maintenance, operations, engineering, and plant teams to understand technical requirements and ensure supply continuity.
  4. Monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, cost), implement continuous improvement efforts, and manage supplier scorecards.
  5. Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives through supplier consolidation, alternate sourcing, and process improvement.
  6. Manage risk and ensure compliance with safety, sustainability, and ethical sourcing standards.
  7. Leverage tools like SAP, Ariba, and Power BI for spend analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
  8. Work closely with global and regional category teams to align local sourcing with global strategies and contracts.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 5–8 years of experience in supply chain or procurement with exposure to category management in areas such as MRO or Facilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage suppliers, optimize costs, and strategize sourcing within indirect categories.
  • Proficient in MS Office, with enhanced knowledge of Power BI, Excel, and SAP (MM) or Ariba.
  • Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
  • Dedicated to implementing process improvement and change within existing procurement structures or sourcing models.
  • Experience working with operations, maintenance, or plant teams in an industrial or automation setting.
  • Proficient analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities in a matrixed or global environment.
More About Us:

Our Process Automation business area enables customers to operate some of the world's largest and most complex industrial infrastructures. We offer a broad range of automation, electrification, and digital solutions for process, hybrid, and maritime industries.

We value people from different backgrounds and encourage you to apply today.

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