We are looking to hire a capable Category Manager to join our incredible team at JOHN CRANE SEALING SYSTEMS INDIA PVT LTD in Bangalore.
Growing your career as a Full Time Category Manager is a fantastic opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in cooperation, communication and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Category Manager at JOHN CRANE SEALING SYSTEMS INDIA PVT LTD today!

Job description

Job Type Full Time Job Function Operations Job Description Manages and leverages global spend and global suppliers for assigned category. Responsible for products and services delivery according to the requirements set by the global operations. Assist in conceptualizing and implementing a global strategic procurement vision, strategy, and methodology in support to the Companys goals and objectives. Responsible for Global Supplier performances and continuous improvement requirement deliverables Duties & Responsibilities Manages the global category spend across all global operations Monitors global markets trends to mitigate the impact of supply shortfall risks or price increases Designs and develops the supplier-base to leverage global spend opportunities, reduce lead times, and total cost of ownership Develops and implements category global sourcing plans and spend strategies to support broad business objectives Manages the entire supplier lifecycle, from approval to disqualification Defines the strategy for supplier consolidation and reduce costs whilst maintaining or improving service level and quality Leverages spend and optimizes quality, delivery, and cost by continuously identifying opportunities to reduce waste Negotiates proper global contracts and develops frame agreements for strategic spend that endure volatility, solo source Be the main contact for global supplier relations through single point of contact Supplier Management organization. Engages key stakeholders as required including Senior Management Sets performance objectives to assigned suppliers (quality improvement, on-time delivery, lead-time reduction, cost reduction). Defines baseline,



improvement targets and monitors progress through a regularly updated supplier scorecard Benchmarks performance and audits suppliers with assistance from key stakeholders Promotes technical innovation by ensuring John Crane access to new technologies Specific deliverables of the position Meeting stakeholder, customer requirements and needs (cost, capacity, quality, and delivery) Thorough global markets (related to assigned Category) understanding including benchmarking Global leverage Global contracts and frame agreements Strategic category plan definition, implementation, and communication to key stakeholders Quarterly Supplier Performance Reviews and Annual Business Reviews. Diversity & Inclusion We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. The Individual Bachelor's degree; Master's Degree - Preferred minimum experience of 10 years in Project Management, Procurement & Sourcing organization Adequate knowledge of the category management A working knowledge of Quality Management Systems, API standards along with the experience of qualifying and auditing suppliers is essential. Experience with Continuous Improvement,



Lean or Six Sigma is a plus Knowledge of Instrumentation & Fluid Sealing Systems is an added advantage Support protected workplace cultures and compliance with Smiths EH&S; About Smiths At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customer s operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field. About John Crane John Crane ( is a global leader in rotating equipment solutions, supplying engineered technologies and services to process industries. The company designs and manufactures a variety of products including mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 sales and service facilities in over 50 countries. Fiscal year 2016 revenue was greater than 1 Billion USD (830m). John Crane is part of Smiths Group ( a global leader in applying advanced technologies for markets in threat and contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications, and engineered components.

Job Function

Logistics / Procurement / Materials Mgmt. / Supply Chain

Key Skill

global sourcing , sourcing , category manager , supplier performance , category management , strategic procurement , supplier management , procurement

Benefits of working as a Category Manager in Bangalore:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package

📌 Category Manager - with Great Benefits (Bengaluru)
🏢 Important Company of the Sector
📍 Bengaluru