Category Manager – Asia Total Rewards & HR Operations
Core
Leads sourcing and category management for Total Rewards and HR Operations across Asia, developing strategies to optimize cost, service quality, and risk while managing suppliers for benefits, payroll, and HR services.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Strategic sourcing plans, supplier contracts, and cost optimization initiatives for HR services
Domain
Healthcare / Human Resources / Strategic Sourcing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiation, contract management, risk management, stakeholder influence, data analysis, project management, cross-cultural collaboration
Preferred skills
Greenbelt/Black Belt certification, Japanese language proficiency, deep knowledge of Total Rewards categories
Technologies
Digital, analytical, and AI-enabled productivity tools
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end sourcing activities including market analysis, RFIs/RFPs, supplier evaluation, and contracting; Develop and execute regional category strategies aligned with global priorities; Manage supplier performance, governance, and risk mitigation; Collaborate with global teams to implement multi-region sourcing events; Translate spend and market data into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
