Global Category Leader ( I.T.) :
The Global Category Leader – IT Services supports the execution of global category strategies for assigned IT sub-categories (e.g., IT services, software, hardware, cloud, telco). This role works closely with the Global Category Manager, cross‑functional stakeholders, and suppliers to deliver sourcing initiatives, commercial negotiations, supplier performance management, and continuous improvement.
The Category Leader plays a key role in translating category strategies into actionable sourcing plans, leading medium‑complexity sourcing events, and managing supplier relationships to achieve quality, cost, delivery, service, and risk objectives.
Key Responsibilities :
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Support the development and execution of global category strategies and sourcing plans for assigned IT sub‑categories
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Lead execution of sourcing projects including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations
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Manage commercial and contractual negotiations for assigned spend areas, with guidance from the Global Category Manager as required
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Serve as a primary point of contact for suppliers on operational, commercial, and performance‑related topics
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Ensure supplier KPIs, scorecards, and performance reviews are in place and actively managed
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Collaborate with stakeholders to gather business, technical, and service requirements to support sourcing and negotiations
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Identify cost reduction, value creation, and risk mitigation opportunities across assigned categories
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Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance related to cost, service, delivery, quality, and innovation
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Support contract lifecycle activities including renewals, amendments, compliance monitoring, and issue resolution
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Contribute to annual operating plans and strategic objectives for the category
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Maintain awareness of market trends, supplier capabilities, and regional/global market conditions
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Represent supplier and category interests internally to relevant business and functional stakeholders
Basic Requirements:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, or related discipline
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5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain management
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Prior experience in a similar global role sourcing IT Services, Software, Hardware, Network, Telco and/or Cloud services
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Solid understanding of sourcing methodologies, supplier negotiation, and commercial agreements
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Experience participating in or leading contract drafting and negotiations (including review of redlines)
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Strong analytical skills, including cost analysis, TCO modeling, and business case development
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Ability to manage multiple sourcing initiatives in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment
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Strong interpersonal, stakeholder management, and communication skills
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Self‑starter with a collaborative mindset and problem‑solving orientation
Bonus:
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Supply chain or procurement certification (e.g., CIPS, IIPMM)
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Experience with procurement tools such as Ariba
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