Procurement Category Manager

The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on supply chain analytics professional who can help build a new global capability from the ground up.
Key Profile Traits
1. Strong CommunicatorThis was the first competency he emphasized. The person must be comfortable working across multiple functions, regions, and leadership levels, translating business requirements into dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics.
2. Strategic ThinkerThe candidate should be able to look beyond reporting and help define how the Global Supply Chain Center of Excellence will operate. Since the organization is still being built, they need someone who can help shape processes, frameworks, and performance management practices.
3. Execution-Oriented / Builder MindsetNot looking for someone who only develops strategy. We want someone who can execute and build:Create dashboards and reporting solutions.Scope and drive projects.Develop KPIs and metrics.Implement new programs and digital initiatives.Turn ideas into tangible outputs.
4. Strong Technical AptitudeThe person should be capable of working with digital tools, analytics platforms, and dashboard development. They need enough technical depth to build solutions, not just manage them.
5. Experienced in Cross-Functional CollaborationThe role requires partnering with various teams, including:Digital project teamsTransformation teamsSupply chain excellence teamsIT stakeholdersRegional and global supply chain leadersThe candidate must be comfortable gathering requirements from diverse stakeholders and aligning different perspectives.
6. Comfortable with Ambiguity and ChangeA major attraction of the role is that it has not existed before. It is an opportunity to define the future way of working. The ideal candidate enjoys creating structure where processes are still being established and can work with a high level of autonomy.
What level does it sound like?
The role seems closer to:Lead Analyst / Program Lead / COE Leader (Individual Contributor)Meaning:High visibility.High autonomy.Influencing stakeholders globally.Leading projects and initiatives.No clear indication of direct personnel management.Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Engineering, Finance, Statistics, Operations Management, or a related field.