Category Manager Services ISEA

Job Description

Strategic sourcing & procurement activities for SKF entities in the region (6 bearing factories + Automotive Business) for SERVICES category. Key Responsibilities: Perform local purchasing according to defined strategy and frameworks: Strategic sourcing activities for Services Category Analyzing industry trends, developing long-term strategies for categories and managing relationships with vendors. Comprehensive Spend analytics & analyzing data to industry and C/T/Q trends Development & implementation of sourcing strategy Work with cross-functional teams and Global Category Managers, to ensure that strategies are executed across ISEA factories. Ownership of pricing and commercial discussions incl rate contracts, frame agreements within purchasing process framework. Lead and manage supplier relationships (SRM) from cost/ quality/ delivery/ de-risking perspective. Develop new suppliers in collaboration with other functions. Operational purchasing - PR processing, end-to-end negotiations and agreement preparation Study the scope of work received from the user and send enquiries to vendors and get the price quotations. Review purchase requisitions and identify sources of supply Comparative quotes arranging and discussion with supplier for mentioned services. Understand contracting terms & condition and good in drafting complex contracts. Coordinate with the finance team Support follow up with suppliers for timely deliveries of items/Services. Work in close collaboration with Global Category team, as we'll as end users Continuously track supplier performance We offer: A stimulating and challenging job in an international and developing environment Opportunity to be part of an experienced and open-minded team Get an in-depth knowledge of best in class Purchasing processes Education & Experience: 8+ years of relevant techno-commercial experience in industrial/ auto cos. At least 2-3 years of relevant sourcing & procurement experience. BE / BTech / MTech -Mechanical / Industrial Engineering MBA in Operation is Preferred Commercial acumen & Knowledge of the commercial terms and contracting Excel and ERP system knowledge/ (SAP Ariba) added advantage Good stakeholder management skills - internal & external Strong negotiation and influencing skills Supplier Relationship Management Skills