R&D; Category Manager Expert
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Job Summary
The APJ R&D; Labor Category Manager is responsible for managing a complex indirect procurement category focused on R&D; contingent labor services. This role develops and executes sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, drives supplier optimization, conducts market and spend analysis, leads contract negotiations, and manages strategic supplier relationships. As a recognized subject-matter expert, the individual partners with senior stakeholders to translate business priorities into procurement strategies and deliver value through cost optimization, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy & Sourcing
- Lead the APJ R&D; Labor category and develop sourcing strategies that support business and procurement objectives.
- Assess market trends, labor benchmarks, and evolving business models to identify opportunities and risks.
- Translate stakeholder requirements into actionable category and sourcing plans.
- Conduct spend, pricing, supplier, competitive,
and market analyses to support data-driven decision-making.
Supplier Management & Negotiation
- Lead supplier selection activities, including supplier evaluations, RFx processes, and award recommendations.
- Drive supply base optimization through supplier rationalization and strategic supplier development.
- Manage day-to-day operations and performance of large, complex suppliers.
- Negotiate commercial agreements and contractual terms to achieve optimal business outcomes.
- Build robust supplier partnerships to enhance performance, innovation, and value creation.
Contracting & Risk Management
- Identify and assess contract, commercial, and operational risks.
- Advise senior business leaders on risk mitigation, business continuity, and cost management strategies.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts using standard and customized templates.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance requirements,
📌 R&D Category Manager Expert (Bengaluru)
🏢 Hp
📍 Bengaluru