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Tier-1 employer, metro location, and popular Category Manager role increase candidate competition.
Procurement skills are transferable, but IT/Fleet/Travel category expertise and global manufacturing experience raise domain specificity.
Explicit 7-9 years plus multiple mandatory 3+ year technical procurement requirements and certifications increases filter strictness.
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Develop and execute global category strategy for IT, Fleet, and Travel including sourcing and procurement of software, hardware, network infrastructure, telecommunications, and fleet/travel management services.
Manage relationships and performance of contracted Fleet & Travel service providers and support stakeholders with process administration and issue resolution.
Identify cost savings and working capital improvement opportunities; collaborate cross-functionally with IT, HR, Finance for project execution and continuous process improvements.
MBA or PGDM/PGDBA in Supply Chain or equivalent qualification.
7-9 years total work experience including at least 3 years in Indirect or Direct Sourcing & Procurement in a global manufacturing environment (Indirect preferred).
Minimum 3 years of Category Management experience for IT, Fleet, and Travel categories.
Ability to travel up to 25% internationally and domestically; role based onsite in Pune, India.
Experienced in contracting including drafting, redlining, and vendor negotiations across relevant categories.
Skilled in Supplier Relationship Management and Data Analytics related to spend analysis and supply chain.
Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP 4HANA and experience managing supply chain transformation and change management initiatives involving cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.