Global Category Associate Director- Data Analytics and AI Platforms Job at Amgen (Hyderabad)

Job Description

We are seeking an individual who thrives in ambiguity, capable of driving category management initiatives with strategic vision and precision. You will serve as the Global Category Management for Software. You will lead the global category strategy for Software. This includes developing multi-year category strategies that address business needs while achieving best practice outcomes, building enterprise-wide business partnerships, and activating Procurement resources to drive strategic sourcing results to reduce costs and enable top-line performance. Your responsibilities will include analysing internal demand (using Business Partner Management processes), external market data, spend & specifications to produce a category plan aligned with Business objectives and cost reduction / sourcing initiates. As a Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the innovation agenda of Procurement. This role will drive supplier performance, manage risk, and deliver sustained value across a complex global professional services landscape.

Job Responsibility

Lead and evolve the category strategy for Data Analytics and AI Platforms, enabling Amgen to leverage data-driven insights across R&D, Commercial, Operations and G&A functions
Partner with Digital, Data Science, and IT leaders to standardize platforms such as data lakes, analytics, and AI/ML environments
Evaluate emerging suppliers in data, AI, and predictive analytics to incorporate innovation responsibly
Design contracts balancing access to innovation with compliance, governance, and cost efficiency
Develop multi-year sourcing roadmaps to ensure data and AI platforms meet enterprise growth and compliance needs
Provide strategic oversight as the global lead for Software category and sourcing, ensuring alignment between category strategies and Amgen’s evolving business needs
Act as a trusted advisor to ensure that procurement initiatives are aligned with broader organizational objectives
Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders
Ensure that all Software procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies
Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for Software contracts
Maturity to activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with stakeholders

Requirements

Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba, as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation
Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
Experience managing analytics and AI/ML software procurement
Understanding of cloud data ecosystems (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS/Azure/Google AI)
Strong analytical skills with ability to assess large data sets and supplier performance
Doctorate degree and 14 years of Global Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial experience OR Master’s degree and 15 to 17 years & above experience of Global Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 17-18 years of Global Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Commercial experience
And 2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leading teams, projects, or programs.

Nice to have

Software Global Category Mgmt. with proven record of executive business partnering leading change and enterprise activation of sourcing initiatives driven from expert knowledge of marketplace capabilities
Deep understanding of category management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate sales services agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes
A track record of driving innovation in category strategy development, supplier engagement models, and internal stakeholder partnerships
Exceptional ability to communicate complex category strategies, influence senior stakeholders, and manage change across functions and regions
Ability to proactively identify underlying business needs and craft strategic solutions across Software landscape
Capable of leveraging spend analytics and benchmarking to inform category strategies and uncover new value opportunities
Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements
Ability to articulate a forward-looking category vision for Software and rally stakeholders around a shared, value-driven agenda
Expertise in AI ethics, governance, and responsible AI frameworks
Ability to align sourcing strategies to R&D and Commercial data priorities
Proven ability to evaluate and benchmark AI and analytics platforms
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
Ability to navigate ambiguity
High degree of initiative and self-motivation
Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
Influencing and Change Management skills

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