Primary Purpose of this position -
- Executes sourcing strategies across multiple commodities in alignment with overall category strategy.
- Leverages market data, cost modeling to support the development of negotiation strategies. Supports contract negotiations. Develops efficient channels for capturing effective market intelligence.
- Develops relationships with suppliers focused on total cost of ownership, advantaged supply chain, innovation and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities -
- Category Strategy: Executes sourcing strategies in alignment with overall category strategy. Leverages market data, cost modeling to support the development of negotiation strategies. Supports contract negotiations.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Develops relationships with suppliers focused on total cost of ownership, advantaged supply chain, innovation and continuous process improvement
- Organizational & Operational Excellence: Develops and nurtures internal cross-functional relationships. Develops efficient channels for capturing effective market intelligence.




- Cross-Functional Collaboration/Stakeholder Management: Actively participates in Commercial Council and serves as a key driver for accomplishing Council goals.
- Building Organizational Capability: Utilizes 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process and Enhanced Sourcing Tools in day to day work. Collaborates with peers and leaders within the Category team. Informal leadership to Procurement Specialists.

Basic Qualification & Experience required:
- 7+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or a related Operational function required. Previous strategic sourcing experience strongly preferred. Experience in a related industry preferred.
- Knowledge required: Knowledge of core procurement processes and strategic sourcing concepts.
- Experience in IT and Telecom procurement is must for this role.
- Skills required: Strong financial/statistical analysis, organization skills, solid Microsoft Access/Excel sk

📌 Category Lead (Hyderabad)
🏢 Goodyear
📍 Hyderabad