Position Title - Category Advisor - IT Procurement Manager

Responsibilities / Critical Deliverables

1. Manage the development of category and sourcing strategies.
2. Lead medium complexity/criticality sourcing activities, contract, warranty and dispute resolution processes and negotiations with suppliers.
3. Accountable for the supplier relationship and contract management for Tier 2, 3 and 4 suppliers within the category. Support the Category Management Leader for Tier 1 suppliers.
4. Partner with enterprise stakeholders to identify, mitigate and manage risks associated with category management, sourcing and contract management.
5. Responsible for tracking and reporting benefits in relation to their activities.
6. Ensure understanding of and adherence to relevant legislation (Competition & Consumer Act and ACCC), legal principles and corporate policies/procedures.
7.



Develop continuous improvement initiatives utilising developed commercial and business acumen.

Skills & Qualifications Technical capabilities/qualifications (mandatory & preferred):

1. Substantial commercial experience in negotiating, managing counterparts and building commercial relationships in an ASX listed organisation.
2. Bachelor of Business or other related field (Preferred).
3. Nationally recognised skilled commercial accreditation (e.g. University diploma or other body e.g. CIPS, CA, CPA, CFA (Preferred).
4. High Level of competence in SAP (purchasing), Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
5. Strong technical procurement and/or supply chain skills.

📌 Category Advisor IT - Technology (Mumbai)
🏢 Tata Consultancy Services
📍 Mumbai