Category Management Professional

As a dynamic global technology company, Schaeffler has achieved success through its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Partnering with major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer numerous development opportunities. Your responsibilities will include planning, initiating, coordinating, and monitoring business relations with dedicated suppliers within a specific geographical area and category. You will support the creation of market analyses, implement category strategies, define and execute profitable purchasing strategies, and employ effective negotiation tactics. It is crucial to ensure cross-functional and cross-divisional alignment while monitoring the supply market continuously. Managing and optimizing the supplier portfolio to guarantee quality, cost efficiency, on-time delivery, sustainability, and compliance with contract terms and legal regulations is also part of your role. Negotiating prices and conditions, managing contracts with suppliers, coordinating and steering assigned categories, purchase price planning, and defining saving projects are key aspects of this position. The ideal candidate will hold a Graduate Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management and possess 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. At Schaeffler, we value respect and diversity among our global workforce, believing that different perspectives inspire creativity and drive innovation. By appreciating our differences, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we shape the future through innovation, offering exciting assignments and exceptional development opportunities. If you are an experienced professional seeking full-time employment with unlimited potential in Supply Chain Management, we encourage you to apply and join us in advancing how the world moves. For more information and to apply, visit www.schaeffler.com/careers. For any technical queries, please contact: Gauri Somwanshi Schaeffler India Ltd. Email: technical-recruiting-support-AP@schaeffler.com,