strategic sourcing manager

Ztek Consulting

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  Strategic Sourcing- Technology
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  Client is one of the world&rsquo;s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary and individual investors around the world. Client offers a range of solutions &mdash; from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world&rsquo;s capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares&reg; ETFs.
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  &bull;Strategic Advisory: Serve as a strategic advisor to all levels of management on all matters related to sourcing and procurement, offering insights and recommendations to optimize the vendor portfolio and achieve corporate transformation objectives. Build and deliver executive-ready presentations using advanced analytics (Power BI, SQL, Tableau) to support sourcing decisions and business cases. Contribute to enterprise-wide cost optimization programs by identifying and accelerating high-impact sourcing initiatives.
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  &bull;Sourcing Strategy Development: Conduct rigorous external spend analysis to uncover opportunities for cost optimization. Design and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies to reduce cost, improve delivery resilience, and streamline vendor portfolios through competitive bidding, proofs-of-concepts, demand management, supplier consolidation, and process reengineering efforts that align with the company's overall business goals, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and quality.
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  &bull;Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with enterprise cost targets and transformation goals. Build and manage cross-functional cost optimization programs to drive accountability and transparency in sourcing decisions.
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  &bull;Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating and drafting favorable terms into contracts, ensuring the highest standards of quality and service.
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  &bull;Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the supply chain, and prepare PowerPoint decks to support informed sourcing decision-making.
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  &bull;Risk Management: Identify potential risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation plans to ensure business continuity and minimize disruptions.
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  &bull;Cost Management: Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies to reduce overall expenses without compromising on quality or performance.
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  &bull;People Management: Recruit, coach, mentor, and indirectly manage junior staff as necessary.
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  &bull; 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or supply chain strategy in a complex, global environment&mdash;ideally within financial services, tech, or consulting, with a proven track record of success in a technology-related strategic sourcing advisory role.
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  &bull;Experience working on enterprise-level software and hardware purchase agreements with the likes of Anthropic, OpenAI, Microsoft, AWS, Google, Adobe, IBM, and Snowflake among others.
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  &bull;Experience working in or partnering with a Financial Planning and Analytics function or other budget-setting and spend tracking function.
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  Exceptional program and stakeholder management skills with a strong bias for execution.
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  &bull;Strong command of procurement analytics and ability to translate data into actionable insights and persuasive narratives.
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  &bull;Expertise with cat
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  Skills: egory planning, competitive bidding techniques (RFI, RFP, RFQ), creation of business cases, vendor selection, vendor risk due diligence, operations management, and vendor dispute/escalation management. &bull;Financial modelling skills to build multiple negotiation scenarios, total cost of ownership models, consumption models, and demand forecasts based on spend analytics and other data sources. &bull;Depth in drafting, redlining, and negotiating global contracts, including experience drafting service level agreements (SLAs). This includes a solid understanding of contract law, including demonstrated ability to understand, interpret and articulate key legal terms in agreements. Competencies: &bull;Highly strategic thinker with a proactive approach to challenges and opportunities, possessing superior analytical skills, including the ability to translate analyses into negotiation strategies and results &bull;Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, eliciting support for key initiatives from senior management and other key stakeholders, by building and delivering clear, well-structured presentations &bull;Detail-oriented and organized, with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. &bull;Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic business environment and with the willingness to adapt working hours to meet business needs and deadlines, understanding that most of the client supplier portfolio is comprised of firms based in the United States. &bull;Proficient MS Office skills, including experience using CoPilot and other AI software products. Education: &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree, with preferences for Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Data Science, Operations Research, Technology or Supply Chain Management, or Entrepreneurship. &bull; Advanced degrees in Business, the Sciences, Engineering, Law, or related areas.
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Strategic Sourcing Manager – Technology

The Home Depot

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 The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing &ndash; Technology &amp; Online is responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to improve the financial performance of the Technology &amp; Online organizations and make specific recommendations for both cost out and cost avoidance. This person is responsible for continuous opportunity assessment related to commodities and categories within their span of control, and will be held accountable for specific goals and objectives in support of the overall departmental metrics. The Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing &ndash; Technology &amp; Online is responsible for all contractual agreements as well as compliance with purchase to pay and/or accounting control activities. With strategic partnership and alliance, this person supports cross functional activities across multiple organizations such as, Store Operations, IT, Technology, Online, Legal, and Finance. This person will be responsible for $250mm-$1bb in annual spend.
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   20% Strategic planning and opportunity assessment for key sourcing categories across entire enterprise. Set the strategic vision and goals and ensure execution of all common procurement strategies including supplier management, contract management, common procurement tools, and reporting.
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   10% Support the centralized procurement function responsible for consolidated purchasing of goods and services (e.g., fixed/capital assets, leased assets, services, supplies, travel, etc.) that support the entire organization, while continuously identifying and implementing cost saving/containment ideas
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   15% Lead negotiations for products and services within the assigned categories ensuring THD's specifications and quality for the best value are met.
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   5% Partner with process improvement organization to develop the foundation for cost out and cost avoidance metrics.
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   20% Develops and supports a strategic alliance with business partners. Participates in cross-functional activities focused on solving business issues and enhancing our competitive advantage.
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   25% Motivate people to give their best efforts by goal setting, coaching and communicating performance expectations, offering reconginition and holding people accountable for results. Accurately assesses the strengths and weaknesses of associates and gives timely and constructive feedback. Participate in the selection and performance evlauation of the staff.
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   Typically reports to COE Leader/Director of Procurement
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   Accountable for direct supervision of the work activities of others. In addition to personnel issues -- including selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development of subordinates.
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   Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
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   Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
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   Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
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   Must be eighteen years of age or older.
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   MBA, JD or Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus
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   Consulting experience is a plus
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   CPM or CPSM certification is a plus
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   Proven negotiation skills
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   Sourcing experience in the Technology Category (Services, Software, Software as a Service and Hardware)
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   Negotiation experience with large technology suppliers
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   Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in a Strategic Sourcing role with increasing levels of responsibility
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   Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize duties to meet deadlines with limited supervision
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   Effective influencing and consensus-building skills
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   Strategic focus on problem-solving
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   The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
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   Strong analytical and administrative skills and superb negotiation skills to interface with suppliers and internal management
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   Strong communication skills, both oral and written
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   Must be a known expert in the category or commodity: Must have excellent knowledge of not only the category, but how it fits into an overall business strategy.
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   Ability to define vendor strategy at category level, establish vendor relationship guidelines and expectations. Make decision whether to maintain, exit or source new vendors.
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   Extensive experience with financial systems that support the procurement function
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   Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and other colleagues and demonstrate initiative, mature judgment, customer service orientation, and ability to anticipate needs of the organization
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SR MANAGER STRATEGIC SOURCING - TECHNOLOGY & ONLINE

Alcon

<div><p><b>Manager, Strategic Sourcing
</b></p><p>At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you&rsquo;ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.</p><p></p><p>
We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a <b>Manager, Strategic Sourcing </b>supporting the <b>Procurement Team</b>, you will be trusted to play a critical role in shaping and executing procurement strategies across key Marketing sub‑categories, including but not limited Data Insights and Analytics, Promotional Items, Print, Media, Creative Agencies, and Meetings &amp; Events. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement skills, expertise in category strategy development, contract management, supplier relationship management, and negotiation excellence across regional and global scopes.</p><p>
You will deliver high‑value procurement solutions, support strategic vendor selection, contribute to technology and performance management initiatives, and ensure best‑in‑class sourcing of external services. Your work enables year‑over‑year cost savings, risk mitigation, process improvements, and measurable business impact in close partnership with Marketing and Sales stakeholders. This role is based out of our<b> Fort Worth, TX</b> office<b>.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
In this role, a typical day will include:
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Serve as a trusted advisor to Marketing and Sales leadership across all franchises.</li><li>
Ensure category strategies fully align with business priorities and Procurement&rsquo;s overarching strategy.</li></ul><p><b>
Category Strategy &amp; Execution</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and implement game‑changing category strategies grounded in analytical insights, market intelligence, and stakeholder input.</li><li>
Translate category objectives into measurable targets and communicate them clearly across the organization.</li><li>
Assess industry dynamics&mdash;including the impact of mergers, acquisitions, and market shifts&mdash;and integrate findings into category strategies.</li><li>
Build and refine total cost of ownership (TCO) models and should‑cost analyses to drive strategic decision‑making.</li></ul><p><b>
Financial &amp; Analytical Leadership</b></p><ul><li>
Participate in key financial discussions and budgeting processes, ensuring procurement strategies reflect tax, cost, and value implications.</li><li>
Extract, cleanse, consolidate, and analyze data to generate fact‑based insights, including spend analysis, demand forecasts, and competitive benchmarks.</li></ul><p><b>
Compliance &amp; Risk Management</b></p><ul><li>
Monitor end‑to‑end compliance (e.g., budget adherence, purchasing channels, contracts, invoices) and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>
Support risk assessments to ensure procurement activities meet required standards and policies.</li></ul><p><b>
Project &amp; Process Management</b></p><ul><li>
Plan, organize, and manage projects with clear scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and deliverables.</li><li>
Leverage tools and systems to track progress and communicate project status effectively.</li><li>
Contribute to the development and rollout of Procurement tools, processes, and best practices.</li></ul><p><b>
Demand Management</b></p><ul><li>
Ensure optimal alignment between business needs and organizational sourcing strategies.</li><li>
Collaborate with stakeholders to define the most cost‑effective pathways to achieve business objectives.</li></ul><p><b>
Sourcing &amp; Supplier Management</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the Source‑to‑Contract process, including strategy creation, supplier selection, RFPs, and contract negotiation.</li><li>
Use a diverse portfolio of negotiation tactics to achieve outcomes that support both business and procurement goals.</li><li>
Manage relationships with suppliers and senior stakeholders, ensuring performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><b>
Stakeholder Engagement</b></p><ul><li>
Analyze specifications to identify optimization opportunities and challenge requirements where appropriate.</li><li>
Communicate recommendations clearly and influence stakeholders with confidence.</li><li>
Build long‑term, effective relationships through strong communication, business acumen, and organizational awareness.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL BRING TO ALCON:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs.</li><li>
Assoc.+9 yrs.; M.S.+2 yrs.; PhD+0 yrs.)</li><li>
The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English</li><li>
5 Years of Relevant Experience</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
</b></p><ul><li>Experience with Supplier Diversity Program Management a plus.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:</b></p><ul><li>
See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities</li><li>
Join Alcon&rsquo;s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!</li><li>
Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Alcon Careers</b></p><p>
See your impact at alcon.com/careers</p><p></p><p><b>
ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker</b></p><p></p><p>
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.</p><p></p><p>
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ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY</i></b></p><p><i>
Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to </i><b><i>alcon.recruitment@alcon.com</i></b><i> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</i></p></div>

Manager, Strategic Sourcing

POWERTECH

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 will support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for critical propulsion system components, materials, and services. Reporting to the
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   Sourcing Execution
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    Conduct market analysis to identify qualified suppliers and assess industry trends, risks, and opportunities.
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    Manage requests for quotation (RFQs), requests for proposal (RFPs), and supplier bid evaluations.
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    Support the Strategic Sourcing Manager in developing and implementing category strategies and sourcing roadmaps.
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   Supplier Engagement &amp; Evaluation
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    Assist in supplier identification, prequalification, and onboarding.
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    Participate in supplier audits and capability assessments in collaboration with Quality and Engineering.
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    Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, and delivery metrics and recommend improvement actions.
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   Commercial Support
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    Support negotiations on pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve best total cost of ownership.
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    Contribute to the development of long-term agreements and strategic partnerships.
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    Prepare sourcing documentation, cost analysis, and business case presentations for management approval.
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   Risk &amp; Compliance Management
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    Identify supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies, including dual sourcing and supplier diversification.
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    Ensure sourcing activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and applicable regulations (e.g., ITAR, export controls, REACH).
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   Cross-Functional Collaboration
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    Work with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, and Quality to align sourcing decisions with technical and program requirements.
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    Provide regular updates to the Strategic Sourcing Manager on sourcing progress, risks, and opportunities.
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    Support design-to-cost and supplier innovation initiatives.
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    Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline.
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    Professional certifications (CIPS, ISM, APICS) preferred.
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   Experience
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    3&ndash;8 years of procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in propulsion systems, aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing industries.
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    Experience conducting supplier negotiations and managing sourcing projects.
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    Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and sourcing tools.
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    Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in global supply chains.
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   Timely execution of sourcing projects and supplier selections
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   Cost savings and total cost of ownership improvements
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   Supplier performance in quality, cost, and delivery
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   Compliance with sourcing policies and regulatory requirements
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   Contribution to program milestone achievement and supply base development
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Procurement Specialist

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>TCS Hyderabad Hiring for Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing</b></div><br>
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</div><div>Role: <b>Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing</b>
</div><div>Experience: <b>8-15 Years</b>
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<b>Eligibility:</b>
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<b>Good to have Certification</b>
</div><ul><li> CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management)
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<b>Required Skills</b>
</div><ul><li> Strategic sourcing and category management expertise
</li></ul><ul><li> Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
</li></ul><ul><li> Advanced stakeholder management and communication skills
</li></ul><ul><li> Strong negotiation and contracting capability
</li></ul><ul><li> Proficiency in SAP, Ariba, or similar ERP/Source to Pay tools
</li></ul><ul><li> Market research and benchmarking capability
</li></ul><ul><li> Results driven and commercially oriented mindset
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<b>Required Technical Skill Set</b>
</div><ul><li> Strategic Sourcing &amp; Category Management (Indirect Spend)
</li></ul><ul><li> RFx execution (RFI/RFP/RFQ)
</li></ul><ul><li> Contracting &amp; Commercial Negotiation
</li></ul><ul><li> Spend Analytics &amp; Business Case Development
</li></ul><ul><li> Supplier Performance &amp; Risk Management
</li></ul><ul><li> ERP &amp; Procurement Platforms (SAP S/4, Ariba)
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<b>Key Responsibilities</b>
</div><ul><li> Develop and execute category strategies for assigned indirect categories (IT, Marketing, Facilities, Travel, Professional Services)
</li></ul><ul><li> Perform end-to-end spend analysis to identify savings, consolidation, and demand management opportunities
</li></ul><ul><li> Lead end to end RFx events including requirement definition, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier selection
</li></ul><ul><li> Develop strong business cases quantifying benefits, total cost of ownership, and risk trade offs
</li></ul>&bull; Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, innovation, and cost effectiveness
<ul><li> Negotiate complex contracts including SLAs, KPIs, pricing models, and payment terms in partnership with Legal
</li></ul><ul><li> Translate RFx outcomes into commercially robust and risk appropriate agreements
</li></ul><ul><li> Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Marketing, Finance, Facilities, HR, Legal) to align sourcing strategies with business goals
</li></ul><ul><li> Drive supplier performance management through scorecards, governance forums, and continuous improvement initiatives
</li></ul><ul><li> Leverage SAP/Ariba to improve Source to Pay efficiency, compliance, and transparency
</li></ul><ul><li> Support audits, ensure policy compliance, and manage sourcing documentation
</li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location</b></div>
<div>Hyderabad</div>
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<div>BUSINESS PROCESS SERVICES</div>
</div><div><div><b>Role</b></div>
<div>Manager</div>
</div><div><div><b>Job Id</b></div>
<div>404070</div>
</div><div><div><b>Desired Skills</b></div>
<div>Supply Chain | SCM - Procurement | SCM - Sourcing</div>
</div></div><p>Desired Candidate Profile
</p><div><div><b>Qualifications</b> : BACHELOR OF COMMERCE</div></div></div><div></div>

Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing

BorgWarner

<div>The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization activities to ensure supply continuity and business competitiveness. With strong expertise in automotive standards such as APQP, PPAP, and IATF 16949, the role manages supplier quality, performance, and sustainability while conducting effective negotiations for complex, high-value contracts. Leveraging ERP systems and data analytics, the position drives value engineering, cost modeling, and spend transparency. The role works closely with cross‑functional teams to balance long‑term procurement strategies with daily operational requirements and supply risks. As a people leader, the Purchasing Manager demonstrates strong ownership, resilience, and the ability to guide teams through challenging and dynamic environments.<p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Strategic Sourcing &amp; Supplier Management</li><li>
Cost Optimization &amp; Value Engineering</li><li>
Operational Purchasing &amp; Supply Continuity</li><li>
Contract &amp; Negotiation Management</li><li>
Cross-Functional Collaboration</li><li>
Supplier Quality &amp; Sustainability</li><li>
Leadership &amp; Team Development</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Key Competencies </b><b>technical/substantive</b><b> / professional:</b></p><ul><li>
Deep knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes, especially in automotive (APQP, PPAP, IATF 16949 fundamentals)</li><li>
Strong negotiation skills for complex, high-value supplier agreements.</li><li>
Advanced understanding of cost breakdowns, cost modeling, and value analysis.</li><li>
Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), sourcing tools, and data analytics.</li><li>
Familiarity with global supplier markets and commodity trends.</li><li>
Leadership Competences</li><li>
Business &amp; Strategic Competences</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels, including executive stakeholders.</li><li>
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure during supply crises.</li><li>
High level of ownership, initiative, and resilience.</li><li>
Ability to manage complex situations and balance long-term strategy with daily operational needs.</li></ul><p></p>
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Purchasing Manager

Majid Al Futtaim

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  Senior Manager - Commercial | MAF Retail | Head Office Oman
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   ROLE SUMMARY
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  The Senior Manager &ndash; Commercial is responsible for establishing sourcing strategies, leading cross-functional strategic sourcing and managing merchandizing teams. The role holder is responsible for managing and negotiating with suppliers to execute contracts and optimize opportunities. Finally, he/she is in charge of defining and implementing selection of assortment, definition of category profitability, and promotional national calendar.
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   ROLE PROFILE
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   Proven experience in category sourcing, strategic merchandising, and leading cross‑functional teams.
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   Strong supplier management and negotiation skills with the ability to optimise commercial opportunities and contracts.
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   Ability to define country‑level assortment strategies, category profitability, and promotional calendars.
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   Solid market intelligence capability to anticipate risks, identify growth opportunities, and support strategic decision‑making.
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   Experience in aligning online and offline assortment strategies to ensure consistent customer experience.
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   Demonstrated people management skills, including performance management, coaching, and talent pipeline development.
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   Hands‑on experience in workforce planning, training coordination, and ensuring availability of competent teams.
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   Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, financial reporting review, and operational cost optimization.
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   REQUIREMENTS
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in E‑Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field; master&rsquo;s degree in E‑Commerce or Supply Chain is an added advantage.
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   7&ndash;10 years of experience in category management or merchandising, with mandatory e‑commerce exposure.
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   Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
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   Advanced analytical and technical skills, including Google Analytics, Tableau, and SQL.
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   Solid understanding of e‑commerce platforms, digital merchandising, and online performance optimization.
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   Full professional proficiency in English; knowledge of the local country language is preferred where applicable.
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   WHAT WE OFFER
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   At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
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   Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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   Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
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