Global Category Buyer - IT

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Requisition ID: 23636
Job Category: Purchasing
Career level: Professional
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Pune, IN
About SKF
SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today, SKF provides industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units, seals, mechatronics, lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence.

SKF's solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency, and equipment longevity and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation, SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms.
About the organization: www.skf.com/in

SKF Purpose Statement
Together, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.
By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet

Job Title: Global Category Buyer – IT (Indirect Material & Services)
Reports To: Global Category Manager - Facility Services & Energy.
Role Type: Individual Contributor
Location: Pune

We are seeking a driven Global Category Buyer to join our global procurement team, with a primary focus on procurement of IT. This role is based in India, but operates within a global matrix organization, collaborating closely with stakeholders across regions to ensure cost-effective, compliant, and value-driven sourcing.

Responsibilities
  • Execute tactical procurement activities for IT (hardware, software, services) services categories.
  • Manage purchase requisitions, RFQs, and PO creation in alignment with global procurement policies.
  • Support category managers and group functions in supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, legal requirements, and sustainability goals.
  • Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, Finance, Legal, and Group Functions.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and cost optimization strategies
  • Ensuring that supplier bases of recurring services are properly equipped with capacity/capability, standardized contracts, and competition models as well as efficient/effective request-to-order processes.

Your profile
The ideal candidate combines a strong educational background, solid purchasing experience, and outstanding interpersonal skills. For the right candidate, a lack of qualification in one area could be compensated by a high level of qualifications in another.

  • MCA/BE/B Tech degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field; procurement certifications are a plus.
  • 3–5 years of experience in tactical procurement, minimum 3 years in IT services.
  • Familiarity with global sourcing practices and working in a global environment.
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across time zones and cultures.

What We Offer
  • A global, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • A chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, transformation-driven organization.

Some additional information
The position will be located in Pune, India.

Interested candidate/s can share their resume to [email protected]

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