Assistant Category Manager

4 days ago

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India A.P. Moller - Maersk Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Job Description

The Category Manager – Technology Procurement will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement activities for technology-related categories, including both hardware and software. The role will focus on sourcing, purchasing, and receiving goods and services essential for indirect business operations, ensuring optimal value, quality, and efficiency. This role is part of the professional stream that emphasizes application of technical knowledge, supplier management, and category strategy execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute category strategies for technology procurement (hardware, software, and related services) aligned with business needs and objectives.
  • Drive sourcing initiatives including market research, supplier identification, and competitive bidding processes.
  • Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, contracts, and service level agreements with vendors.
  • Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from requisition to purchase order issuance and goods/services receipt.
  • Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and external regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate and monitor supplier performance, driving continuous improvement and relationship management.
  • Identify and implement opportunities for purchasing process efficiency and cost optimization.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced colleagues; may oversee work of lower-level professionals or manage specific procurement projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective procurement solutions.
  • Contribute to tactical decision-making and influence procurement planning within the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
  • Proven experience in technology procurement (both hardware and software) or related indirect procurement domains.
  • Strong understanding of sourcing, contract management, supplier selection, and negotiation practices.
  • Experience in procurement operations including purchase order management and supplier performance evaluation.
  • Familiarity with procurement tools, ERP systems, and contract management platforms.
  • Excellent analytical, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently within defined guidelines and manage complex tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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