Category Manager leading strategic sourcing initiatives at Williams to support business objectives. Collaborating cross - functionally with an emphasis on measurable results and strategic partnerships.
About the role
- Strategic Procurement Manager for managing worldwide commodities and setting procurement strategies at Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Focused on cost reduction and meeting business specifications.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing commodities/categories worldwide, including goods and services that support the company and its customers.
- Includes setting category strategies; supply base development to meet company and customer requirements; supplier contracting and negotiations.
- Develops the company procurement strategies, policies and tactics required to achieve objectives.
- Primary objective is to reduce the cost of supply and meet demand requirements, business and quality specifications, and revenue goals.
Requirements
- First level university degree or equivalent experience; advanced university degree preferred.
- Typically, 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain function.
- Excellent understanding of global procurement processes, industry, and complex suppliers.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Excellent business application skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint) and supply chain modeling skills.
- Strong knowledge, use and influence of procurement tools and applications.
- Excellent communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities.
- Strong Project Management Skills.
- Mastery in English and local language.
- Strong understanding of contracting principles.
Benefits
- Health & Wellbeing: Provides a comprehensive suite of benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
- Personal & Professional Development: Invests in career growth with specific programs to help you reach career goals.
- Unconditional Inclusion: Values individual uniqueness and offers flexibility to manage work and personal needs.
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