Senior - SCO Category Management

Role Overview: At EY, you will have the opportunity to build a career tailored to your unique skills and aspirations. As a Senior in the Business Consulting - SC&O (Supply Chain & Operations) team, you will play a crucial role in driving procurement excellence through strategic sourcing, category management, and cost optimization initiatives. Your responsibilities will include developing and executing category strategies, conducting market intelligence, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and enhancing supplier relationships to deliver measurable business value. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute category strategies for direct and indirect spend, focusing on delivering year-over-year cost savings and supplier performance improvements. - Lead RFP/RFQ processes, including scope definition, supplier shortlisting, bid evaluation, and final negotiation. - Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities and validate pricing. - Drive supplier consolidation initiatives to reduce complexity and improve leverage. - Establish governance frameworks for category ownership, stakeholder alignment, and performance tracking. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure category strategies align with business objectives. - Monitor category performance using KPIs such as cost savings, compliance, and supplier service levels. - Utilize AI-driven tools and data analytics for more strategic sourcing outcomes. - Perform detailed spend analysis to identify cost drivers and build cost models. - Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement controls to improve compliance. - Track savings realization and forecast spend trends using predictive analytics. - Automate spend reporting and dashboards for real-time visibility. Qualification Required: To qualify for this role, you must have: - A Master's degree in business administration or supply chain & operations from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 institute. - 3-7 years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and cost optimization. - Demonstrated experience in leading cost-saving initiatives and procurement transformation projects. - Advanced data analysis and spend analytics capabilities. - Consulting experience in spend analysis, category management, and strategic sourcing. - Familiarity with market intelligence tools and supplier performance management frameworks. - Willingness to travel up to 30% as per project requirements. Additional Details: EY offers a dynamic work environment where you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals on market-leading projects across various industries. You will receive support, coaching, and feedback from experienced colleagues, along with opportunities for skill development and career progression. EY is committed to building a better working world by providing value to clients, fostering employee growth, and promoting trust in the capital markets through innovative solutions and global teamwork.,