Purpose of the Role
The Category Manager will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely procurement of goods and services while optimizing cost, quality, and service levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
- Manage supplier and vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply and service.
- Evaluate supplier proposals, quotations, and recommendations.
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and service agreements.
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard alternate suppliers.
- Monitor procurement timelines and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Support internal stakeholders in resolving procurement issues and clarifying requirements.
- Conduct spend analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Drive standardization and consolidation initiatives to improve procurement efficiency.
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with company policies.

Required Skills & Experience
- Category Management




- Strategic Sourcing
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Vendor/Supplier Relationship Management
- Contract Management
- Spend Analysis and Cost Optimization
- Supplier Evaluation and Development
- Commercial Negotiation
- Procurement Planning and Operations
- Procurement Process Improvement

Technical Skills
- ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Procurement Analytics and Reporting
- E-Procurement Tools
- Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Systems
- Spend Management Tools

Soft Skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Stakeholder management and collaboration
- Decision-making and relationship-building skills
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail and ability to work in a rapid-paced environment

📌 purchase Senior Officer (Coimbatore)
🏢 Isha Life Private
📍 Coimbatore