AM, Category Sourcing Support

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value and enhancing quality and efficiency across 28 countries, and operating from 7 locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain and the UK.

Over 29,000 highly skilled individuals are dedicated to being Vodafone Group's partner of choice for talent, technology, and transformation. We deliver the best services across IT, Business Intelligence Services, Customer Operations, Business Operations, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, HR Operations, and many more.

Established in 2006, VOIS has evolved into a global, multi-functional organisation, a Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Solutions focused on adding value and delivering business outcomes for Vodafone.

In 2009, VOIS started operating in India and now has established global delivery centres in Pune, Bangalore and Ahmedabad. With more than 14,500 employees, VOIS India supports global markets and group functions of Vodafone, and delivers best-in-class customer experience through multi-functional services in the areas of Information Technology, Networks, Business Intelligence and Analytics, Digital Business Solutions (Robotics & AI), Commercial Operations (Consumer & Business), Intelligent Operations, Finance Operations, Supply Chain Operations and HR Operations and more.

The Category Support Specialist plays a vital role in supporting Category Managers and Principal Category Managers at Vodafone Procurement Company Luxembourg. This role focuses on delivering operational and administrative support for sourcing projects and events, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with internal processes.

You are a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills. You thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to delivering high-quality work within deadlines. You are comfortable working with data and digital tools and are eager to contribute to continuous process improvement.

• Compile and analyze data from internal and external sources to produce timely and accurate reports on category spend, savings, market trends, and supplier performance.
• Monitor supplier contracts, OLAs, and catalogues to ensure operational compliance.
• Support supplier onboarding and maintain accurate supplier base data and performance metrics.
• Execute sourcing and e-sourcing processes using internal digital tools, ensuring adherence to operational procedures.
• Assist Category Managers with the preparation of customized reports and presentations.
• Respond to ad-hoc administrative and operational requests from Category Teams.
• Identify and suggest improvements to existing processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Understanding of basic sourcing processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Effective communication and time management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Fluent in English
• Familiarity with eSourcing tools (e.g., Ariba)
• SAP knowledge
• Experience in supplier operations and stakeholder management
• Prior experience in a similar role

VOIS is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences and we welcome and value diverse people and insights. We believe that being authentically human and inclusive powers our employees' growth and enables them to create a positive impact on themselves and society. We do not discriminate based on age, colour, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

As a result of living and breathing our commitment, our employees have helped us get certified as a Great Place to Work in India for four years running. We have been also highlighted among the Top 10 Best Workplaces for Millennials, Equity, and Inclusion, Top 50 Best Workplaces for Women, Top 25 Best Workplaces in IT & IT-BPM and 10th Overall Best Workplaces in India by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2024. These achievements position us among a select group of trustworthy and high-performing companies which put their employees at the heart of everything they do.

By joining us, you are part of our commitment. We look forward to welcoming you into our family which represents a variety of cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and skills

Apply now, and we'll be in touch