Global Category Manager IT

SKF started its operations in India in 1923, providing industrial engineered solutions through its technology-centric platforms such as bearings and units, seals, mechatronics, lubrication solutions, and services. The company has evolved into a knowledge-driven engineering company dedicated to helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence. SKF's solutions aim to enable breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency, and equipment longevity and reliability across the automotive and industrial sectors. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation, SKF India offers customized value-added solutions integrating all its technology platforms. As the Global Category Manager IT at SKF, you will be instrumental in translating digital solutions into tangible business impacts. Your role involves collaborating closely with key stakeholders to understand business requirements, identify opportunities, and build strategic relationships with suppliers. To excel in this position, you should possess IT competencies and experience in strategic sourcing or strategic sales and business development within various IT domains. Your enthusiasm for achieving ambitious goals and making fact-based decisions will be key to success. Your responsibilities will include: - Developing and executing IT category strategies - Leading strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize solution architecture, supplier ecosystems, and total cost of ownership - Managing strategic supplier relationships globally to ensure performance accountability - Collaborating with internal stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable sourcing strategies - Engaging with IT procurement colleagues and business stakeholders to develop value-driven sourcing solutions - Driving business outcomes through cross-border collaboration and stakeholder alignment - Leveraging market conditions for strategic negotiation and favorable commercial outcomes To thrive in this role, you should have a degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience in a relevant domain. Your ability to manage complex projects with an outcome-oriented approach, familiarity with multi-vendor IT service ecosystems, and strong contract and financial acumen will be crucial. Proficiency in SAP, Ariba Sourcing, and Ariba Request to Order solution is advantageous. You will enjoy working at SKF if you can build strong relationships with suppliers, are self-driven, enjoy driving change, thrive in a multicultural environment, and are business-focused with a drive for value and efficiency. In addition to the Job Description, SKF offers a dynamic and international environment where you will work closely with key stakeholders, have a significant impact on the business, and collaborate with supportive and driven colleagues in global teamwork within the purchasing profession.,