category lead

Huntsman Corp

<div><div>Job Description:</div><div></div><div>
Sourcing Category Lead &ndash; Americas Indirect</div><div></div><div>
Huntsman is seeking a Sourcing Category Lead &ndash; Americas Indirect supporting the Procurement Division located in The Woodlands, TX. This position will report to the Indirect Procurement Manager.<br>
Hybrid work environment: 4 days in the office / 1 day from home.</div><div></div><div>
Job Scope</div><div>
The Sourcing Category Lead &ndash; Americas Indirect will implement and manage category strategies for indirect procurement in Spanish-speaking LATAM and lead assigned indirect categories across the Americas. The role ensures optimized value through strategic sourcing, supplier management, compliance, and strong stakeholder engagement while supporting Huntsman&rsquo;s procurement policies and business objectives.</div><div></div><div>
In summary, as the Sourcing Category Lead &ndash; Americas Indirect, you will:</div><ul><li>Support and implement Indirect Category Strategies in LATAM and the Americas using Huntsman&rsquo;s 7-step Strategic Sourcing Methodology.</li><li>Collect and analyze business requirements, cost drivers, supplier capabilities, and market trends to develop category sourcing strategies.</li><li>Build and maintain stakeholder relationships across the Americas to ensure alignment and continuous improvement.</li><li>Negotiate supply agreements and contracts in compliance with internal procedures and required service, quality, and financial terms.</li><li>Manage contracts, ensuring correct creation, approval, storage, and maintenance.</li><li>Lead Supplier Relationship Management initiatives under the guidance of the Indirect Procurement Manager.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Huntsman&rsquo;s policies, procedures, regulations, and approved supplier requirements.</li><li>Participate in continuous personal development and training activities.</li><li>Support integration and collaborative savings related to Huntsman merger &amp; acquisition activities.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications</div><div>
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.<br>
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.</div><div></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications</div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.</li><li>5+ years of related industry experience.</li><li>Fluency in Spanish and English (REQUIRED).</li><li>Experience negotiating U.S. and LATAM contracts.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Skills and knowledge</div><ul><li>Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage contracts effectively.</li><li>Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders across regions.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial indicators such as TCO, EBITDA, ROI, payment terms, and cost-saving measures.</li><li>High professionalism and enthusiasm when representing Huntsman externally.</li><li>Ability to travel up to 20%, including international travel.</li><li>Proven ability to work effectively within teams.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications</div><ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>Professional certifications such as C.P.M., CPSM, CPSD, CPCM, or CCCM.</li><li>Experience with Indirect Categories (Travel, MRO, CAPEX, Facility Services, etc.) in petrochemical or heavy industrial environments.</li><li>Understanding of TCO initiatives such as VMI, consignment, buy-back programs, supply base rationalization, sustainability initiatives, and others.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of SAP, Ariba, and analytical tools such as Excel (pivot tables, vlookups, graphs) and PowerBI.</li><li>Working knowledge of Portuguese.</li></ul><div></div><div><div>
Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Huntsman is aware of scams involving fraudulent job offers. We do not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in an interview. Please be advised that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam. If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman or Rubison, please visit our Careers website at <div>http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers</div>.</div></div><div></div><div><br>
Additional Locations:</div></div><div></div>

Sourcing Category Lead – Americas Indirect

Al-Razzaq Fibres (Pvt) Limited - SAYA

<p><b>Education:-</b> Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. MBA is preferred.</p><p><b>Experience:-</b> Minimum of 5 years of experience in all sections of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory management, demand planning, logistics, and distribution.</p><p><b>Job Description:- </b></p><ul><li>Monitor distribution network of stock in all regions (South, Central &amp; North) along with logistics Operations.</li><li>Keep eyes on Aging Stock and report to management timely.</li><li>Consolidate Cut sizes in shop level and make Internal transfer.</li><li>Set Inventory level with NSM of stores assortment wise, and MOQ of Category with production team.</li><li>Successfully led the FG Warehouse in effectively managing the inventory of finished goods, being accountable for the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).</li><li>Perform a comprehensive physical audit to identify and rectify any system errors discovered during the audit process.</li><li>Develop and execute category strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products.</li><li>Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, production, and finance to ensure smooth operations and seamless integration of the supply chain.</li><li>Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements.</li><li>Monitor and manage inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: Rs70,000.00 - Rs80,000.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Category Lead - Supply Chain

Hitachi Energy

<div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><p><b>The opportunity:</b></p><p></p><p>
Serve as the primary procurement interface to the C-suite in India, ensuring alignment between IMS strategies<br>
and executive priorities. Translate business investment and operational needs into procurement outcomes, while providing expert guidance on CAPEX and Professional Services sourcing and supplier partnerships. Act<br>
as a trusted advisor, driving executive engagement, risk mitigation, and transformation adoption.</p><p></p><p><b>
How you&rsquo;ll make an impact:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Build and manage trusted relationships with CFO, COO, CHRO, and other senior leaders.</li><li>
Anticipate business needs, articulate procurement&rsquo;s value, and influence decision-making at the executive level.</li><li>
Provide clear, executive-ready communication on risks, opportunities, and performance.</li><li>
Act as the &ldquo;voice of the business&rdquo; back into SCM IMS Function.</li><li>
Translate corporate procurement strategies into regionally relevant plans.</li><li>
Champion adoption of digital tools and transformation initiatives at the executive level.</li><li>
Ensure compliance and risk frameworks are understood and embedded in leadership decisions.</li><li>
Drive adoption of new tools and processes, enabling smooth transitions and building confidence in digital transformations.</li><li>
Lead CAPEX and sourcing projects with clear planning, stakeholder alignment and risk controls to ensure timely and strategic delivery.</li><li>
 Work closely with key functions like real estate etc. to drive negotiations with suppliers to realize cost reduction.</li><li>
Provide subject matter expertise in CAPEX procurement and investment projects.</li><li>
Advise on sourcing strategies for major CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with business strategy.</li><li>
Lead or oversee critical supplier negotiations where executive sponsorship is required.</li><li>
Scout, evaluate, and recommend strategic suppliers and innovations relevant to CAPEX.</li><li>
Deliver regional insights on market trends, supplier risks, and regulatory shifts to executives.</li><li>
Prepare executive briefing packs with data-driven recommendations.</li><li>
Proactively escalate and resolve high-impact supplier or project issues</li><li>
Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.</li><li>
Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Your background:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Qualification of bachelor&rsquo;s or master&rsquo;s degree.</li><li>
Should have 8+ years of work experience of which minimum 5 years in a Supply Chain Role around CAPEX and Strategic Sourcing in a company.</li><li>
Supply Chain Certification is nice to have.</li><li>
Detailed knowledge in managing Indirect Materials and Services, for example for Facilities, Real Estate, etc.</li><li>
Business process standards and associated applications.</li><li>
Driving vendor consolidation and vendor sourcing for related functions.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of the Supply Chain Process related to Indirect Categories such as: Facilities, Real Estate, etc.</li><li>
Strong project management and execution skills.</li><li>
Ability to lead initiatives and promote acceptance across units and product lines management.</li><li>
Solid knowledge of different supply chains and logistics structures in large corporates.</li><li>
Outstanding organizational skills to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously and optimally in a matrix organization and with very little oversight and direction.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact with C-level executives as well as rank and file in the SCM organization.</li><li>
Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
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Senior SCM IMS Category Lead

Swiggy

<div><p><b>About Swiggy Instamart:</b></p><p></p><p><br>
At Swiggy Instamart, we are redefining convenience by delivering everyday essentials in minutes. As a pioneer in the Quick commerce space, Instamart leverages Swiggy&rsquo;s robust logistics network, deep partnerships with local and national brands, and cutting-edge technology to provide a seamless shopping experience. With a rapidly growing presence across 100+ cities, Instamart is at the forefront of transforming the way e-commerce will shape, offering unparalleled speed, selection, and reliability.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Roles &amp; Responsibilities :</b></p><ul><li>
Own the overall category strategy aligned with business goals- revenue, margin, customer experience, and market share.</li><li>
Define long-term plans for category growth and evolution, anticipating consumer trends and competitive dynamics.</li><li>
Translate category vision into actionable roadmaps and deliverables.</li><li>
Lead assortment planning, SKU rationalization, pricing strategy, and promotional planning to optimize category performance. Ensure the right product mix, pricing, and offers are aligned with customer needs and business priorities.</li><li>
Build and nurture strategic relationships with key vendors, brands, and suppliers.</li><li>
Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms, exclusive deals, and promotional support</li><li>
Partner with teams across growth &amp; marketing, planning, supply chain &amp; operations, finance, and analytics to ensure seamless execution of category plans.</li><li>
Lead and coach a team of category managers and analysts.</li><li>
Foster a culture of high performance, data-driven decision making, and ownership.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Desired Skills:-</b></p><ul><li>
Prior experience of managing categories in a high growth environment. Prior experience in ecommerce / quick commerce category management is a plus.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to identify customer needs and solve ambiguous problems along with inventing new ways to meet the needs.</li><li>
Tenacity to develop ideas independently and thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment</li><li>
Proven analytical thinking, project management skills, attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills are essential</li><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication with interpersonal skills</li><li>
Extreme attention to detail and willingness to roll up your sleeves</li><li>
Passionate about the quick commerce &amp; convenience sector in India</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
&quot;We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law&quot;</p></div><p></p>

Director - Category View Jobs

Urban Company

<p><b>Role</b>: Category Manager (Full time)</p><p><b>Work Location</b>: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</p><p><b>About Urban Company:</b></p><p>Urban Company (&lsquo;UC&rsquo;) is a fulfillment led online marketplace for home services. We are Asia&rsquo;s largest home services platform, serving over 2 million customers every month across KSA, UAE, India and Singapore.</p><p><b>Roles and responsibilities:</b></p><p>As a Manager, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, devising and implementing strategies to achieve ambitious growth targets. Your primary responsibilities will include:</p><p>Project Leadership: Lead and manage exciting projects aimed at propelling the growth of your assigned category. You'll have the opportunity to work with a talented team to revolutionize the way people experience wellness at home.</p><p>Growth Strategies: Identify and explore levers to drive overall growth for the Beauty vertical. Your insights and strategic thinking will play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence and enriching our customer experiences.</p><p>Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of initiatives, from marketing and operations to technology and customer support. Your ability to work collaboratively will be key to our continued success.</p><p><b>Required Job Skills and knowledge:</b></p><p>● Strong analytical skills and a data-driven decision-making mentality. Knowledge of SǪL and prior experience in business analytics is mandatory.</p><p>● 1-4 years of work experience preferably in start-ups.</p><p>● Willingness to hustle, and go above and beyond to get things done.</p><p>● Ability to engage and manage a large base of blue-collared work force.</p><p><b>What can you expect:</b></p><p>● Witness the 0 to 1 build journey of a consumer brand.</p><p>● A great work environment with massive ownership and growth opportunities</p><p>● Energy and hustle of a startup with processes and depth of a big organization</p><p>● Expect to work with people you can learn from and are invested in your growth</p><p>● Mentorship from seasoned professionals who have built out category defining businesses in different geographies of the world.</p><p>● Get access to and learn on state of the art technology of a tech unicorn.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: ﷼5,000.00 - ﷼10,000.00 per month</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Please fill out this form if you are interested - https://forms.gle/Lc1A1Jbc8h1vUfLR9</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Category Manager

Myntra

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 Myntra is India&rsquo;s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, where technology meets creativity. As pioneers in fashion e-commerce, we&rsquo;ve always believed in disrupting the ordinary.
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 We thrive on a shared passion for fashion, a drive to innovate to lead, and an environment that empowers each one of us to pave our own way. We&rsquo;re bold in our thinking, agile in our execution, and collaborative in spirit.
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 Here, we create MAGIC by inspiring vibrant and joyous self-expression and expanding fashion possibilities for India, while staying true to what we believe in.
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 We believe in taking bold bets and changing the fashion landscape of India. We are a company that is constantly evolving into newer and better forms and we look for people who are ready to evolve with us.
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 From our humble beginnings as a customization company in 2007 to being technology and fashion pioneers today, Myntra is going places and we want you to take part in this journey with us.
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 Working at Myntra is challenging but fun - we are a young and dynamic team, firm believers in meritocracy, believe in equal opportunity, encourage intellectual curiosity and empower our teams with the right tools, space, and opportunities.
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  The Beauty &amp; Personal care category is one of the focused categories of the platform which is poised for tremendous growth in terms of business and team structure. Beauty and Personal Care is a pivotal bet for Myntra in the years to come and hence a place full of exciting opportunities and great learning.
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   Act as the &lsquo;business owner&rsquo; for assigned categories, possessing a complete understanding (inclusive of the strategic context) of internal and external variables that impact your business (this entails owning forecasting, monitoring, understanding and reporting on the business, along with responsibility for driving projects and promotions to achieve business objectives)
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   Developing and executing strategies for the assigned category to drive growth, increase market share, and enhance the customer experience.
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   Guide commercial relationships with suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving optimal cost and performance
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   Managing the entire product lifecycle, from sourcing and selection to inventory management and clearance.
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   Manage vendor relationships - manage supplier/partner contracts, manage day-to-day relationships, and negotiate and secure marketing funds
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   Create business plans for new opportunities and develop and execute project plans for the launch of new features, incorporating merchandising and pricing strategies
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   Coordinate cross-functional teams, and communicate with internal and external parties, while meeting tight deadlines
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   Conduct financial analysis of business opportunities to meet and exceed revenue and profitability targets
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   Have a complete understanding of the customer needs, both existing and potential, and use that knowledge to advocate for and drive delivery of site features that provide customers with an unparalleled shopping experience
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   Leading and developing a team of professionals, setting clear expectations, and providing guidance to achieve business objectives
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   4+ Years of strategy experience in category management /brand management
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   Ability to think and react in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
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   Experience in vendor negotiations, pricing and promotion, inventory management, and product development
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   You focus on the results that benefit the customer, whether directly or indirectly.
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   You earn the trust and respect of the team and build positive working relationships by consistently making good decisions, keeping commitments, treating others and their ideas with respect
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   MBA with relevant business experience
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 p&amp;l management, data management, vendor management
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Principal Associate - Category Management

noon

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  We&rsquo;re building an ecosystem of digital products and services that power everyday life across the Middle East&mdash;fast, scalable, and deeply customer-centric. Our mission is to deliver to every door every day. We want to redefine what technology can do in this region, and we&rsquo;re looking for a (add title) who can help us move even faster.
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  Noon&rsquo;s fastest hyper-local delivery platform, Noon Minutes, offers a localized assortment of FMCG &amp; grocery products with delivery within 15-minutes. Currently live across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, offering thousands of products to customers in record time.
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  noon&rsquo;s mission: Every door, every day.
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  Team noon has some of the fastest, smartest, and hardest-working people we've encountered. With a young, aggressive, and talented team, we're driving major missions forward.
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   Support the development of the overall category roadmap and vision, and directly take responsibility for achieving revenue and gross margin targets for relevant categories across multiple platforms at noon
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   Define the optimal assortment, plan stock responsibly, drive pricing decisions for P&amp;L efficiencies while maintaining competitiveness, sourcing new brand partnerships and executing product launches
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   Collaborate with vendors in your category to source marketing investments and ensure campaigns are executed to the highest standards, while working closely with the Ads team.
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   Ensure customer experience is always at the forefront of all category decisions through a compelling assortment that is carefully curated to serve all relevant customer types, thoughtful in-app merchandising and best-in-class product content
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   Implement the perfect consumer journeys through our host of channels by combining a deep understanding of the category and our customer base
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   Develop long-standing relationships with distributors and brands to identify and address any gaps, increase consumer engagement through innovative campaigns, and drive adoption of noon&rsquo;s full suite of in-app and out of app tools
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   Work seamlessly on cross-functional obligations (including, but not limited to, in-stock, operations, customer service, growth and legal teams) to continuously improve the platform and experience, utilizing data insights to identify priority tasks
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   Stay up-to-date with regional competitors and global business trends, reviewing critical information as it becomes available and innovating the product offering
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   Collaborate closely with Category Managers (CMs) and buyers to align commercial strategies, optimize assortments, and drive sustainable category growth through data-driven insights and cross-functional execution.
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   Help develop the next wave of talent by sharing learnings and training junior team members to become future category leaders.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Management or a similar field
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   You will have at least 8 years of successful sales &amp; business development experience, preferably in e-commerce, or offline retail with P&amp;L management
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   Strong bias for action &amp; resourcefulness is paramount - we are growing at a rapid pace and you will be expected to meet ambitious targets within a highly competitive environment
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   Advanced comprehension of Excel/Google Sheets with a strong appreciation for data analytics is key
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   Experience working on cross-functional projects and delivering outstanding results in previous roles
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   Who will excel?
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   We&rsquo;re looking for people with high standards, who understand that hard work matters.
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   You need to be relentlessly resourceful and operate with a deep bias for action.
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   noon is not for everyone; readiness to adapt, pivot, and learn is essential.
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Senior Category Manager

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