Category Sourcing Support Job at Vodafone (Ahmedabad)

Senior Business Analyst

As part of the Sourcing Center of Excellence team, the Sr. Business Analyst will...

Location

United States , Miami

Salary:

Not provided

Carnival Cruises

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, or related field required
2–4 years of experience in reporting, data analysis, or business analytics
Prior experience in a commercial or operational reporting environment preferred
Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and SQL-based reporting essential
Strong proficiency in MS Excel, SQL (Oracle/Microsoft SSMS), and understanding of database design concepts
Experience with reporting tools and platforms such as Hyperion, Tableau, and Workforce Management systems
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across departments
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Job Responsibility

Provide analytical support for the sourcing/purchasing efforts to leverage global scale across ~$10 billion of direct and indirect goods and services
Support all key spend areas, including Ports, Shore Excursions, Technical, IT, Food & Beverage, Hotel, Freight, Marketing, Air Travel, Retail, and sustainable sourcing initiatives
Work with key Sourcing stakeholders across 9 Brands to provide analytical support for specific sourcing initiatives
Project-level Analytical Support
Financial Tracking and Reporting
Systems and Data management
Support/ Lead Sourcing Efforts
Analytics: Work with Global Sourcing Leadership Team to identify opportunities, define problem statements, and develop analysis plans
Gather, organize, reconcile, clean-up large data sets and conduct relevant analyses
Identify insights, synthesize results, and prepare management presentations

What we offer

Health Benefits: Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Paid Time Off: Holidays – 8 company-wide holidays plus 2 floating holidays
Vacation Time – full-time employees at manager and below start with 14 days/year
director and above start with 19 days/year
Sick Time – full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

We are seeking a strategic sourcing team leader for Professional Services Catego...

Location

United States , Remote; San Francisco; Mountain View; Seattle

Salary:

Not provided

Atlassian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven work experience as a sourcing manager and category manager with a focus on professional services
ability to create and execute strategic sourcing and category strategies that result in cost reduction, enhanced supplier performance, and reduced risks
confident in a rapidly growing, fast paced and changing environment
excellent leadership, influencing, and negotiation skills
excellent verbal, written communications and presentation skills
proven complex problem solving and decision-making skills
excellent planning, analytical and project management skills
drive impact and navigate ambiguity while staying collaborative and inclusive
passion to understand Atlassian’s products, customers, culture, and business models
BS/BA degree

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement procurement strategies for professional services that align with organizational goals and objectives
design and oversee a comprehensive professional services category strategy and roadmap to enhance the maturity level of our sourcing process by streamlining operations and improving efficiencies
foster a cohesive team culture, promote collaboration in the workplace, align with procurement objectives to achieve success, and prioritize career growth and development
support the development of a responsible procurement program, including cost optimization, competitive bidding, and a team's key metrics against OKRs
share market intelligence, conduct market analysis, and benchmark to anticipate price fluctuations for potential sourcing opportunities and risks
establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, suppliers, and senior executives to understand and influence all commercial aspects of risks
ensure that suppliers meet performance expectations, deliver value, and comply with contractual obligations.

What we offer

Health coverage
paid volunteer days
wellness resources
and more.

Fulltime

Category Manager

The Category Manager (CM) will be the lead for negotiations and supplier managem...

Location

United States , Easton

Salary:

Not provided

Victaulic

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management from an accredited college or university is required
Minimum of 4 years of relevant, progressive Strategic Sourcing, Category Management or equivalent work experience and expertise
Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sourcing process and tools and their application in restructuring purchases of a Global Supply Chain and Global Multi-plant manufacturing business
Track record of delivering significant cost reduction and service level improvements
Expertise in negotiation of long-term contracts with safeguards against identified risks
Ability to identify key performance measures and evaluate alternatives
Demonstrated ability to build and lead teams attaining cross-functional consensus
Excellent communication skills at all levels – clearly articulate position with clarity at all levels of the organization
Ability to work with key stakeholders in multiple global locations and at various levels
Strong analytical problem-solving abilities through the use of contemporary tools and methods

Job Responsibility

Address all areas of Category management including Category business plans, global market and pricing analysis and procurement support
Contribute to development of the company's strategic Category objectives and goals
Develop global Category strategies with defined plans for cost savings, risk assessment and mitigation and service level agreements
Lead in the development and execution of Category negotiation strategies with suppliers, including specific targets for pricing, service, quality, intellectual property, tool ownership, exclusivity and inventory
Monitor current Category market conditions, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges & opportunities
Develop subject matter expertise in assigned commodities through external research, benchmarking and analyzing cost drivers and life cycle costs
Provide market intelligence and Category price trends
Develop deep understanding where our competition sources their components and materials, as well as determining the respective costs of same
Recognized as the Center of Knowledge for respective Category areas, and shares this information with key stakeholders to enable more effective planning, forecasting and execution
Develop and maintain should-cost models that are relevant to the global marketplace

What we offer

comprehensive healthcare coverage
paid time off plans
paid holidays
401K with company match
company paid short-term disability
company paid life insurance
company paid EAP program
tuition reimbursement
adoption assistance

Fulltime

Manager, Category Sourcing

The Category Management Manager role supports a set of Pfizer categories within ...

Location

United States , Tampa; Sanford; Andover; Collegeville

Salary:

89400.00 - 149000.00 USD / Year

Pfizer

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline
Demonstrated ability to be part of and contribute to complex, cross-functional projects
Strong Team player
Business operations acumen and client engagement and customer relationship management skills
Experience managing and working with cross-functional teams
Excellent communication skills to be able to effectively translate the high-level goals/vision into actionable items for the team
Ability to engage with senior executives/ business stakeholders to communicate and review decisions
Negotiation skills to be able to negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers
Comfort with ambiguity & ability to identify innovative sourcing strategies
Strong business operations acumen

Job Responsibility

Develop strategies and provide guidance to others for delivery of exceptional category value to Pfizer stakeholders through the timely development, oversight, and delivery of global category strategies aligned with business needs
Supports the development of category strategies and partners with category execution teams for implementation, where applicable
Develop and maintain category plans that align with overall sourcing strategy and support near and long-term business objectives
Manages or provides support to large sourcing projects, directly supporting the execution of activities, where needed (e.g., requirements gathering, negotiations, sr. stakeholder business signoff, etc.)
Develops and applies comprehensive knowledge of market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies related to the categories managed, and incorporate new ideas and innovations into sourcing strategies
Develop and maintain value measurement methodology and process (by category)
Implements metrics to measure and continuously improve data-driven supplier outcomes
Drives visibility of unmanaged spend and strategy to increase managed spend
Leads data quality efforts led by Sourcing Intelligence team to ensure high quality category insights
Leads strategy for common category specific templates and tools (TCO / value chain models, term sheets, etc.)

What we offer

Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary
eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
paid vacation, holiday and personal days
paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility

Fulltime

Procurement Category Manager - Fleet

This role is in support of Cencora's wholesale distribution services in Europe o...

Location

United Kingdom , Woking

Salary:

Not provided

Cencora

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Appropriate University/bachelor’s degree qualification is essential
A recognised qualification in procurement would be considered an asset
Extensive knowledge of Fleet industry
Proven extensive experience in Procurement
Proven Strategic Category Management Development
Experience on implementing Pan-European Fleet Agreements
Has worked with significant annual Category Spend (greater than £50m per annum)
Experience of complex Fleet requirements and specification development desirable
Proficiency in English essential
This role will require regular travel across markets within the IBG as well as supplier visits

Job Responsibility

Leads strategic planning for regional and local categories and ensures alignment across businesses in Europe: Takes strategic and long term view of category, identifies and develops innovative sources and contractual arrangements
Develops category strategies and initiatives, including value engineering
Provides analysis and support in relation to the setting of category spend baseline and category profile, including risk assessment
Aligns category strategy with local businesses and their financial plans
Supports VP Procurement for the IBG in the definition of a priority list of categories suitable for strategic sourcing initiatives, aligned with the countries & Global Indirect Category procurement
Records and reports value delivery of conducted sourcing projects
Leads implementation of procurement strategy and sourcing execution: Participates in internal and external analysis (industry and supplier) in collaboration with in-country procurement Managers as a member of a cross functional sourcing team
Aligns global, regional and local category activities
Supports supplier selection and provide recommendations to VP Procurement for final decision
Supports fact-based negotiations with suppliers

Fulltime

Category Manager

Hunter Douglas is searching for a Category Manager. A world class global procure...

Location

United States , Atlanta

Salary:

119000.00 - 161000.00 USD / Year

Hunter Douglas

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA required (MBA or Masters preferred)
Successful, multi-year track record in Procurement
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously)
Good planning / project management skills
Strong negotiating skills
Strategy development
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for cost and value improvements
Strong leadership skills
Comfortable with conflict

Job Responsibility

Leads sourcing activities for one or more categories of spend, with the goal of achieving significant initial cost reductions, while maintaining/improving product quality and supplier service levels
Controls directly the results achieved with a strong intervention power in case of under-performing results
Serves as the strategic stakeholder with supplier organizations and in corporate functions to develop and execute effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Support innovation process e.g., supplier identification, utilizing supplier capabilities for best-in-class product design
Own category savings and implementation of projects to deliver against target
Monitor performances of suppliers and the compliance with guidelines
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories
Monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop new products / fabric collections
Develop potential scenarios and negotiation tactics

What we offer

Bonus target range: 25-35%
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
Time off with pay
401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and product discounts

Fulltime

Category Manager

Hunter Douglas is searching for a Category Manager. A world class global procure...

Location

United States , Broomfield, CO

Salary:

119000.00 - 161000.00 USD / Year

Hunter Douglas

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA required (MBA or Masters preferred)
Successful, multi-year track record in Procurement
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously)
Good planning / project management skills
Strong negotiating skills
Strategy development
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for cost and value improvements
Strong leadership skills
Comfortable with conflict

Job Responsibility

Leads sourcing activities for one or more categories of spend
Controls directly the results achieved with a strong intervention power in case of under-performing results
Serves as the strategic stakeholder with supplier organizations and in corporate functions to develop and execute effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Support innovation process e.g., supplier identification, utilizing supplier capabilities for best-in-class product design
Own category savings and implementation of projects to deliver against target
Monitor performances of suppliers and the compliance with guidelines
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories
Monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop new products / fabric collections
Develop potential scenarios and negotiation tactics

What we offer

Bonus target range: 25-35%
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
Time off with pay
401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and product discounts

Fulltime

Software Technology Procurement Manager

This prestigious multinational FTSE 100 firm is seeking a high-achieving Technol...

Location

Ireland , Dublin City Centre, Dublin

Salary:

55000.00 - 90000.00 GBP / Year

Bramwith Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Impressive procurement, strategic sourcing & category management career to date, with particular expertise within IT & Technology Procurement categories (Software, Professional Services, Telecoms, Hardware etc)
Proven ability to win trust and build fruitful relationships with senior VPs, Directors and Board members to place Procurement in the driving seat
Previous IT sales experience is beneficial though not essential, whereas Procurement expertise is a must
Degree, MCIPS & Prince II (preferred not essential)

Job Responsibility

Establishing Procurement's delivery capability and creating a tailored operating model to support innovative services and client solutions
Skilfully owning the CFO-backed £160m technology investment, looking beyond short-term cost savings to secure strategic supplier relationships with niche Software & Technology vendors, capturing long term commercial benefits, mitigating risk and negotiating favourable terms
Winning continued investment from an executive stakeholder community including the CFO and other Senior VPs, building your own team underneath you to further develop Procurement's capabilities across the Front Office
Being considered a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for best practice strategic sourcing across IT and an inspirational leader to more junior IT Procurement specialists, ensuring that this rapidly growing team plays an integral part in the firm's aggressive growth plans
Working one's way up the chain from Senior Procurement Management towards Procurement Directorship

Fulltime

Category Sourcing Support

Vodafone

Location:
India , Ahmedabad

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

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Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

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