Job Description

Location:

Kurla, Mumbai

Experience:

4 - 6 Years

Salary:

Up to ?25 LPA

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic

Global Category Manager - Logistic Services

to join an international procurement team managing indirect spend across logistics categories. This role will play a key part in defining global category strategies and delivering procurement excellence across warehousing, inbound/outbound transportation, seafreight, and airfreight services. The position requires strong expertise in procurement, category management, and stakeholder engagement, with a global mindset and agility to navigate a fast-paced logistics market.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and implement global spend category strategies, supply chain roadmaps, and project procurement plans for logistics services. Conduct market research and analysis to support strategic decision-making and enhance procurement outcomes. Lead the end-to-end source-to-contract process, including RFPs, negotiations, and contract finalization. Manage supplier relationships to maximize procurement value, ensuring performance and compliance. Ensure adherence to procurement policies, standards, and best practices. Engage with internal demand owners and stakeholders to align procurement initiatives with business needs. Drive continuous improvement and standardization of procurement processes. Contribute to financial planning processes, including annual budgets and forecasts for logistics spend.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. 4-6 years of experience in procurement or logistics, with a strong track record in category management. Deep understanding of global procurement processes and logistics market dynamics. Strong project management and analytical skills. Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities. Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, e-tendering tools, and end-to-end S2C/P2P processes. Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in German or other languages is a plus. International exposure and cross-functional collaboration experience are advantageous.

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Location:

Kurla