Category Manager - RTS BP SP
Core
Lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract performance, and category strategy for the Rail & Transit Systems business.
Role type
Category Manager
Builds
Turnkey solutions for complex rail projects spanning design, manufacture, through-life support, condition monitoring, data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations, and asset overhaul.
Domain
Rail & Transit Systems / Asset Management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Category management, strategic sourcing, commercial negotiations, contract management, supplier performance management, spend data analysis, market trend analysis, stakeholder engagement, risk management, continuous improvement.
Preferred skills
Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives; Lead sourcing activities, commercial negotiations, and contract management; Build and manage strategic supplier relationships and performance; Identify cost reduction, cost avoidance, and value creation opportunities; Analyse spend data and market trends to drive informed decisions; Partner with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Projects, Commercial, and Finance; Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance requirements; Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain activities.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC