About SKF SKF started its operations in India in 1923 Today SKF provides industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms bearings and units seals mechatronics lubrication solutions and services Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence SKF s solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction energy efficiency and equipment longevity and reliability With a strong commitment to research-based innovation SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms About the organization in SKF Purpose Statement Together we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet Job Title Global Category Manager - IT India Reports To Global Category Manager - Facility Services Energy Role Type Individual Contributor Location Pune SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world s largest supplier of bearings and related services and solutions Our products are found everywhere in society In fact wherever there is movement SKF s solutions may be used This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world SKFs digitalization journey is in an exciting phase were translating digital solutions to business impact is key As Global Category Manager IT you will play a vital part in the value realization working close with key stakeholder to grasp business requirements and opportunities as well as forming strategic relationships with key suppliers To thrive in this role we believe you have IT competencies and experience either from strategic sourcing or strategic sales- and business development within several IT domains You have a natural interest in business and get energy from working towards ambitious goals You enjoy achieving results in a collaborative way and you are effective in making fact-based decisions You will be part of a diverse and highly skilled team of Global Category Managers with ambition to add value to the business by developing category strategies and establishing resilient supplier bases In this role you will have interfaces to several of the SKF Global IT organizations and units where major change initiatives within digitalization are being run Responsibilities Develop and Execute IT Category Strategies Lead the formulation communication and execution of strategic sourcing plans for IT categories with a focus on optimizing solution architecture supplier ecosystems and total cost of ownership TCO across SKF s global operations Drive Strategic Sourcing Initiatives Own and manage strategic supplier relationships on a global scale ensuring performance accountability through structured governance KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives Stakeholder Engagement and Requirements Management Collaborate with internal stakeholders across IT and business functions to capture and translate business needs into actionable sourcing strategies renegotiation plans and commercial supplier management frameworks Engage daily with IT procurement colleagues and business stakeholders to exchange insights resolve challenges and co-develop value-driven sourcing solutions Enable Digital Transformation Candidate Profile To succeed in this role you must demonstrate the ability to lead strategic IT sourcing in a complex global enterprise environment This capability may stem from experience in procurement IT solution delivery enterprise sales or management consulting Deliver Results Through Global Collaboration Proven ability to drive business outcomes by fostering cross-border collaboration and stakeholder alignment Strategic Negotiation Expertise Skilled in navigating dynamic market conditions and leveraging trends to secure favorable commercial outcomes Robust verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to influence and engage at all organizational levels Educational and Professional Background Degree in Business Administration Information Technology or equivalent professional experience in a relevant domain Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex projects with a structured outcome-oriented approach Familiarity with multi-vendor IT service ecosystems and integration models in a global context Contract and Financial Acumen Experience in reviewing negotiating and managing complex IT contracts with strong financial and analytical capabilities Skills in SAP Ariba Sourcing and the Ariba Request to Order solution are meritorious You will enjoy working here if you Can create sound relations with suppliers based on mutual respect Are a self-driven person who likes speed and enjoys driving change Get energy from working with people from different cultures Are business focused and are driven by value and efficiency We offer A position where you will work close with key stakeholders and have a high impact on business Supportive and driven colleagues and global teamwork together with purchasing skilled A possibility to work in role in a dynamic and international environment Some additional information for you Location Pune India About SKF SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment With more than 40 000 employees in around 130 countries we are truly global Our products are found everywhere in society In fact wherever there is movement SKF s solutions might be at work This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world See more at www skf com

📌 Global Category Manager It (Pune)
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