Category Buyer
Core
Develops and executes category strategy for supply network solutions, managing policies, agreements, and supplier relationships to drive cost reduction and quality improvement.
Role type
Category Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Supply network solutions and procurement programs
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Equipment
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract management, data analytics, negotiation, cost analysis, risk assessment
Preferred skills
Data analytics, stakeholder advisory, predictive modeling
Technologies
Procurement systems, data analytics tools
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategy; manage supplier relationships and performance; negotiate contracts and agreements; analyze cost and operational data; assess business risks and opportunities.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
