Category Manager – Hardware and Software
Company Description:
Global leader. IT business and solutions provider.
Responsibilities:
-Assists managers in defining and clarifying specifications, negotiating specifications with suppliers, and developing sourcing strategies based on specifications.
-Works with managers to identify and resolve quality problems during system development phases.
-Works closely with suppliers to ensure strong business ties are maintained.
-Develops, implements, and monitors strategic business plans with suppliers.
-Coordinates the efforts of the purchasing department.
-Leads supply chain initiatives with emphasis on leveraging materials and services to reduce costs and inventory while maintaining effective service levels.
-Assumes responsibility for reducing the cost of goods/services through effective negotiations and taking a unified approach with purchasing in meetings with suppliers.
-Monitors the effect of currency exchange on the cost of raw materials and the potential purchase of materials from suppliers in other countries and/or for business unit locations.
-Oversees the resolution of pricing or receipt issues with the accounts teams.
-Approves overall project plans, budgets, and schedules.
Requirements:
-Degree holders
-10 years experience in the field
-Commercially astute
-Able to work in an ambiguous environment
-Able to engage stakeholders at all levels and work on Global projects
If you would like to apply for this role or find out more, please apply online or contact Annie Sachdev at Robert Walters on +65-62280200 or scm@robertwalters.com.sg, quoting the Job Reference SZS-513060
Business Registration Number: 199706961E
Licence: B550103E