Category Manager II-Beijing

Key responsibilities 重要职责

The Category Manager is a pivotal role within the category management track, responsible for facilitating and driving category council with key stakeholders. This role is crucial in defining and implementing category strategies for local and regional categories, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. Additionally, the Category Manager is responsible for managing supplier relationships with relevant local and regional suppliers to optimize value and drive continuous improvement.

Strategic leadership

• Facilitate and drive category council, engaging with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration.
• Lead regular meetings and workshops to advance category initiatives and strategic goals.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination across cross-functional teams.

Strategic category development

• Define and implement category strategies for local and regional categories in alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct market and spend analysis to inform strategy development and identify opportunities for cost savings, quality improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor and review the performance of category strategies, making adjustments as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
• Execute processes and projects in accordance with guidelines and minimum requirements.

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

• Manage relationships with relevant local and regional suppliers, fostering strong partnerships and driving supplier performance.
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and performance evaluations to ensure compliance with contractual agreements.
• Collaborate with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives and innovation opportunities.

Cross-functional collaboration

• Participate in cross-functional projects across Region China, ensuring alignment and integration of category strategies with broader business goals.
• Work closely with other departments to drive strategic initiatives and achieve project objectives.
• Contribute to establishing and strengthening collaboration within department.

Qualifications 任职要求

• At least Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• More than 7 years of relevant experience within Category Management or Procurement.
• Advanced in understanding, interpreting, generating, and managing contracts, with a comprehensive understanding of the legal aspects related to procurement.
• Advanced in developing and implementing long-term strategies that consistently align with organizational goals and optimize category performance.
• Expertise in managing the entire procurement process, from purchase requisition to invoice payment.

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