Senior Category Manager

• Sourcing Strategy Development:
  
  
  
  • Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supplier performance enhancements.
  • Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in the supply chain.
  • Define and implement sourcing strategies for key categories of spend.
  
  
• Supplier Management:
  
  
  
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to meet business needs.
  • Manage and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions to secure favorable terms for the company.
  
  
• Cost Management:
  
  
  
  • Lead cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
  • Analyze total cost of ownership and implement strategies to optimize cost structures.
  • Monitor and report on cost savings and performance metrics.
  
  
• Risk Management:
  
  
  
  • Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
  • Conduct supplier audits and assessments to ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.
  
  
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, quality, finance, and R&D teams, to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
  • Support product development and innovation initiatives by sourcing materials and components.
  • Engage with logistics and supply chain teams to optimize inventory levels and delivery schedules.
  
  
• Data Analysis and Reporting:
  
  
  
  • Utilize data analytics to drive decision-making and track sourcing performance.
  • Prepare and present regular reports on sourcing activities, savings, and supplier performance.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on data analysis.
  
  

Basic:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Supply Chain, and / or Logistics from an accredited Institution.
• 10 years of Procurement experience, preferably in aerospace, across a broad spectrum of Categories, including raw materials, purchased components, and MRO.

Preferred:

• 2 - 5 years in Procurement Management.
• 2 - 5 years International Experience.
• Bi-lingual.
• Engineering degree and / or MBA in Business Administration / Economics or similar.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Understands the stringent technical aspects of RM specifications.
• Innovative / Strategic thinker.
• Customer-oriented with business acumen.
• Able to interface with Senior Leadership.