director of category management

CRUSOE

<div>Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We&rsquo;re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI &mdash; without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.
Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that&rsquo;s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.
About This Role:
Crusoe is scaling rapidly, and the services that power our corporate functions&mdash;from financial and legal services to human resources and travel&mdash;are more critical than ever. We are looking for a strategic and analytical Director of Procurement to build, own, and execute the sourcing strategy for these essential categories.
In this role, you will be a key business partner to our corporate leaders, responsible for delivering value, mitigating risk, and ensuring we have the right supplier relationships to support our ambitious growth. You will own the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from initial strategy and market analysis to contract negotiation and ongoing supplier performance management. This is a high-impact position that requires a deep understanding of corporate services, a passion for building strong stakeholder relationships, and a drive for continuous improvement.
What you&rsquo;ll be working on:<ul><li>
Executive Negotiations: Lead complex, multi-million dollar negotiations for Master Purchase Agreements (MPAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs), securing favorable commercial terms and robust Service Level Agreements (SLAs).</li><li>
Financial Control Framework: Partner closely with the Procurement Shared Services team to enforce and drive adoption of the organization's procurement policy and financial control framework.</li><li>
Auditable Sourcing Practices: Enforce strict financial controls and documented sourcing practices for high-value expenditures, ensuring transparency and auditability throughout the commercial decision-making process.</li><li>
Team Leadership: Lead, hire, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of Category Managers and Specialists focused on supporting all Corporate categories (Marketing, Software etc.) Power Infrastructure Group (PIG) and Energy</li><li>
Strategic Business Partnering: Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with internal business leaders, ensuring procurement is involved early to frame and solve commercial problems, moving the function from transactional support to a strategic enabler.</li><li>
Resolving Roadblocks: Use influence and internal partnership to drive solutions for systemic issues that extend beyond Procurement (e.g., ensuring timely supplier payments and aligning payment terms with financial planning and liquidity goals).</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul><li>
Educational &amp; Experience Foundation: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field along with 10&ndash;12 years of progressive experience in Corporate Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Supply Chain Management. Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field.</li><li>
Deep Technical Expertise: 5+ years in category management or procurement, with a focus on indirect or corporate services.</li><li>
Proven Track Record: A history of developing and executing category strategies that deliver measurable cost savings and service improvements.</li><li>
Negotiation &amp; Supplier Management: Strong skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management (SRM).</li><li>
Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving abilities, with deep experience in spend analysis.</li><li>
Stakeholder Partnership: Exceptional ability to build relationships, manage expectations, and influence at all levels of the organization.</li><li>
Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with procure-to-pay (P2P) systems, such as Coupa.</li></ul>
Bonus Points:<ul><li>
Experience in a high-growth technology or startup environment.</li><li>
Deep expertise in one or more specific categories (e.g., professional services, facilities, enterprise technology).</li><li>
MBA or a relevant professional certification (e.g., CPSM)</li></ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
Industry competitive pay</li><li>
Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company</li><li>
Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents</li><li>
Employer contributions to HSA accounts</li><li>
Paid Parental Leave</li><li>
Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability</li><li>
Teladoc</li><li>
401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary</li><li>
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule</li><li>
Cell phone reimbursement</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Subscription to the Calm app</li><li>
MetLife Legal</li><li>
Company paid commuter benefit; $300 per month</li></ul>
Compensation
Compensation will be paid in the range of $208,000 - $260,000/year +Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant&rsquo;s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.</div>

Director of Procurement, Corporate Category

Taager

<div>About Taager 
Taager is the first B2B startup specialized in supporting social sellers. We are democratizing the social e-commerce space by enabling entrepreneurs &mdash; whether beginners or experienced &mdash; to sell online without capital, inventory, or operational experience. We handle product selection, storage, logistics, payment collection, and customer service on behalf of our merchants.

Launched in 2019 with a team of just 8 people, we&rsquo;ve grown to over 350 employees across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and more recently Morocco. Today, we serve over 34,000 social commerce sellers, offering access to more than 2,500 high-potential products.

Our teams are driven by our mission and deeply motivated to provide the best experience for our sellers. With a commitment to quality and operational excellence, we&rsquo;re transforming the social commerce landscape in the MENA region.

Our Mission 
To empower anyone to start and grow their own e-commerce business.

Our Vision 
We envision a world where anyone can sell online, earn a living, and even build wealth &mdash; all within a simple, low-risk environment. A world where the magic of technology is made accessible to the most talented merchants.

Why Join Taager?
<ul>
<li>Work in an international environment with team members from over 10 nationalities.</li>
<li>Be part of our Casablanca office with remote-work options available.</li>
<li>Attractive compensation plan based on performance and scalability.</li>
<li>Strong focus on continuous learning, development, and internal promotions.</li>
<li>Join a team of ambitious, kind, and talented individuals.</li>
</ul>
About the Position: Head of Category / Category Manager

We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Head of Category / Category Manager to join our team. You will be responsible for driving category growth, improving product performance, enhancing merchant experience, and ensuring we deliver high-quality value to both sellers and customers across the market.

Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Set and execute commercial and growth strategies for the category.</li>
<li>Analyze product performance and identify opportunities for improvement.</li>
<li>Optimize assortment, pricing, and product offering based on market insights.</li>
<li>Support merchants and help them grow sustainably.</li>
<li>Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Ensure a seamless and positive experience for merchants and customers.</li>
<li>Monitor customer feedback and work with teams to enhance service quality.</li>
</ul>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For
<ul>
<li>5&ndash;8+ years of experience in Category Management / Commercial / Merchandising (preferably in e-commerce, marketplace, or retail).</li>
<li>Strong analytical capabilities and experience driving commercial decisions.</li>
<li>Proven ability to grow categories and manage supplier/merchant relationships.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li>
<li>Customer-focused mindset and strong problem-solving approach.</li>
<li>Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments is a plus.</li>
<li>Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.</li></ul></div>

Head Of Category / Manager

Astemo

<div>The Category Manager is responsible for contributing to the development and execution of global category strategies and managing a small team of regional buyers. This role leads supplier relationships, oversees procurement activities, and drives performance improvement initiatives across assigned commodities. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with deep sourcing expertise, capable of working across global teams and leading issue escalation when needed.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>
Provide input into the global category strategy and ensure alignment with business objectives</li><li>
Lead and develop regional buyers, supporting their professional growth and performance</li><li>
Collaborate with the Global Category Team to identify and escalate issues related to cost, quality, and supply</li><li>
Build and manage strategic relationships with key local suppliers</li><li>
Collect, analyze, and report category-specific data to support sourcing strategy and budgeting</li><li>
Propose strategic direction to the Global Category Manager based on market and supplier insights</li><li>
Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and continuous improvement</li><li>
Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, terms, tooling, capacity, and commercial clauses including end-of-life considerations</li><li>
Negotiate and formalize supplier contracts in line with corporate policies</li><li>
Drive supplier compliance and performance through regular reviews and corrective actions</li><li>
Adjust sourcing and negotiation strategies as market conditions evolve</li><li>
Act as a primary point of contact for supplier-related issues impacting Business Units</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Minimum Qualifications</h3><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>
Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing or a related function</li><li>
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed, including visits to suppliers and Astemo facilities</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Preferred Qualifications</h3><ul><li>
Experience in automotive procurement strongly preferred</li><li>
Proven leadership in regional and/or global sourcing teams</li><li>
Strong background in sourcing electromechanical functional parts, such as PCBs, sensors, connectors, wire harnesses, motors, magnets, and inverter components</li><li>
Bilingual fluency in English and Japanese is an asset</li></ul>
Skills and Competencies<ul><li>
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Proven negotiation and contract management expertise</li><li>
Results-oriented with demonstrated ability to deliver on strategic goals</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with a collaborative mindset</li><li>
Ability to build and manage effective cross-functional relationships and supplier networks</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Supervisory Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>
This position will have direct supervisory responsibilities over regional purchasing staff</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Working Conditions</h3>
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer</li><li>
Visual ability to analyze detailed information and data on-screen</li></ul>
Work Environment:<ul><li>
Office and factory environments; occasional exposure to noise in manufacturing settings</li><li>
Domestic and international travel required for supplier engagement and business meetings</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re a proactive sourcing professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for innovation in automotive supply chains, we encourage you to apply and Own the Future with Astemo.</div>

Manager, Regional Direct Category

Myntra

<div>
 
 About The Company
 
 
 
 
 Who are we?
 
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 As a Lead Associate - Category Management, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing the category management processes. With 3 to 5 years of experience in this field, you will be expected to bring substantial expertise and leadership to the table. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around effectively managing the product categories, driving strategic initiatives to enhance category performance, and collaborating with various stakeholders to align category strategies with business objectives.
 
 
 
 Roles And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the category management function, including assortment planning, vendor management, and promotional strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze market trends and consumer behavior to identify opportunities for growth within categories.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and implement category plans that drive sales, margin, and market share growth.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, and finance to achieve category objectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor category performance metrics and KPIs to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct regular reviews and analysis of category performance, making data-driven recommendations for enhancements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to make informed decisions regarding category strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work closely with vendors to negotiate terms, pricing, and promotional activities to maximize category profitability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in category management practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentor and guide junior category management associates to foster their professional growth and development.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Skills
 
 
 
 key account management, stakeholder management, seller management
 
 
 
 Required Education
 
 
 
 B.Tech
</div>

Lead Associate - Category Management

<div>Job Summary:
Responsible for providing input to the regional and global strategy and leading a sourcing, negotiations and supplier relationship management.
Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead sourcing and cost reduction strategies and results for designated commodity..</li><li>
Work with the Regional and Global Category Team to understand / escalate issues (cost, supply, quality, etc&hellip;)</li><li>
Build / Manage relationships with local suppliers.</li><li>
Collect and analyze category specific information / support Budget preparation</li><li>
Propose strategic path to Regional/Global Category Manager based on the analysis of the information obtained.</li><li>
Propose ideas for cost reduction/avoidance and ongoing opportunities for continuous improvement.</li><li>
Negotiate annually or as needed with suppliers regarding pricing, terms, tooling, commercial clauses, capacity issues, EOL etc.</li><li>
Negotiate and formalize supplier contracts.</li><li>
Lead sourcing decisions based on the category strategy and Business Unit expectations and timing requirements.</li><li>
Ensure implementation of category strategy.</li><li>
Drive supplier performance and compliance.</li><li>
Update negotiation strategy based situational changes.</li><li>
Support Business Unit in situations related to supplier issues.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>
Automotive purchasing strongly preferred.</li><li>
Regional / global interaction and leadership</li><li>
Proven negotiations skills.</li><li>
Results orientation with proven implementation skills.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to influence and persuade.</li><li>
Demonstrated collaboration, teamwork, relationship building and networking skills.</li><li>
Experience coordinating and facilitating several small projects and/or one major project.</li><li>
Possess the ability to work independently with minimal direction is required as are strong/effective verbal and written communication skills.
</li><li>Fluent in English/Japanese helpful.</li></ul>
Education: Bachelor or Masters degree in Supply Chain, Business or equivalent.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in purchasing or related field.
Job level determined by various factors such as organization size, responsibility, career stage, and capabilities.
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Working conditions:<ul><li>
Physical Demands: Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Have ability to work 40 &ndash; 60 hours per week.</li></ul><ul><li>
Travel: The candidate will need to travel to suppliers and/or Astemo locations as required. International travel may also be required.</li></ul></div>

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