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**Category Manager -Procurement****Job ID**- 195418**Posted**- 06-Jan-2025**Service line**- Corporate Segment**Role type**- Full-time**Areas of Interest**Administrative, Purchasing/Procurement**Location(s)**Polanco - Ciudad de Mexico - Mexico- **Category Manager - Procurement****Location**: Hybrid (Mexico City, Lomas de Chapultepec)As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing category strategies for indirect procurement categories such as facilities, IT, and other services.
You will lead a team of procurement professionals, manage supplier relationships, and drive process improvements to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
**Key Responsibilities**:- Category Strategy: Develop and implement category strategies for indirect procurement categories, ensuring alignment with company goals.- Supplier Management: Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.- Market Analysis: Monitor market trends and changes in pricing to make informed procurement decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities.- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide guidance on best practices.- Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.- Reporting: Prepare and present reports on category performance, procurement activities, and cost savings to senior management.
**Requirements**:- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on indirect procurement (facilities, IT, etc.)
and experience in a multinational company.- Leadership: Proven experience in leading and managing procurement teams.- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term category strategies.- Process Improvement: Demonstrated experience in implementing process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.- Technical Skills: Proficiency with procurement systems, Excel, and Power BI.- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and negotiation skills.- Communication Skills: Advanced English proficiency, excellent verbal and written communication skills.- Hybrid Position: Ability to work in a hybrid environment, combining remote and on-site work.
**Competencies**:- Results-Oriented: Focus on achieving objectives and continuous improvement.- Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate complex situations and make informed decisions.- Teamwork: Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes and new technologies.
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