Category GCM

Rolls--royce; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Bangalore, India seeks an Indirect Global Category Manager to shape category strategies, lead complex sourcing, and manage key supplier partnerships across a global supply base.

You will drive cost savings, risk mitigation, and supplier performance while collaborating with offshore teams to ensure SRM excellence and governance alignment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in strategic procurement or category management within a global org.
• Proven track record developing and executing category strategies and strategic sourcing initiatives for high-value categories.
• Experience leading complex RFx processes and negotiating high-value contracts.
• Background in aerospace or defence is desirable.
• Influence senior stakeholders and work in a matrix organisation.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement global category strategies aligned with objectives and risk principles.
• Manage assigned categories to deliver cost savings, value improvements, and innovation.
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-value contracts, drive measurable savings.
• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive performance and collaboration.
• Serve as the primary contact for supplier issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with policies and risk mitigation across global supply chains.
• Coordinate with offshore delivery teams to standardise SRM processes and service levels.
• Oversee supplier compliance with regulatory and sustainability standards.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, process optimisation, and digital enablement within the category.
• Coach procurement professionals to build strategic sourcing capability.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Category management

RFx leadership

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Sustainability initiatives

Analytical tools

Global supply chain

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Indirect Global Category Manager (GCM)Location: Bangalore India.Why join Rolls-Royce?At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.Summary:The Global Category Manager will be responsible for creating and deploying category strategies that deliver measurable business value through cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and supply continuity. The role will also be responsible for managing key supplier relationships to ensure that contractual commitments translate into measurable value and performance.This role covers the full strategic sourcing lifecycle from developing and implementing category strategies, leading complex RFx execution and negotiation activities to secure competitive outcomes, and developing and managing relationships with key supplier partners.This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives in a global, fast-paced environment and is passionate about shaping category strategies, leading complex sourcing initiatives, strengthening supplier relationships, and delivering sustainable competitive advantage.Key Accountabilities:Define and implement global category strategies aligned with business objectives, market trends, and risk management principlesManage assigned categories to deliver cost savings, value improvements, and innovation opportunitiesLead complex sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-value contracts, and deliver measurable cost savings and value creation across multiple Procurement priorities (risk, sustainability, innovation etc.)Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation, performance, and long-term collaboration.Act as the primary point of contact for supplier issues and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining trustEnsure effective contractual coverage, compliance with policies, and proactive risk mitigation across global supply chainsIdentify and mitigate supplier-related risks, including financial, operational, and reputational risksPartner with offshore delivery teams to ensure consistent execution of SRM processes and service standardsOversee supplier compliance with regulatory requirements, sustainability requirements, legislative standards, and governance frameworksAct as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, influencing decisions and aligning category strategies with business prioritiesIdentify opportunities for innovation, process optimisation, digital enablement, and sustainability within the category.Coach and mentor procurement professionals to build strategic sourcing capability and foster a high-performance culture.Key Experiences and Qualifications:10+ years of experience in strategic procurement or category management and supplier relationship management within a global organizationProven track record in developing and executing category strategies and strategic sourcing initiatives for high value categoriesStrong experience in leading complex, high-value RFx processes, and negotiation of high-value contractsExperience working in aerospace or defence sector desirableStrong background in supplier relationship and performance managementUnderstanding of procurement policies, governance frameworks and compliance assessments related to aerospace and defenceExposure to risk management, compliance, and sustainability initiatives in procurementDemonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively in a matrix organisationProficiency in procurement systems and analytical toolsProven track record in delivering business results and achieving objectives Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.Job CategoryProcurementPosting Date05 Oct 2026; 00:10