Category Manager - Non Ferrous Metals

Weekday AI (YC W21); Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI (YC W21) is seeking a Category Head/Manager (Non-Ferrous Metals) to identify markets, compare procurement quotes, and analyze key clientele to guide business decisions. The role demands strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration with procurement and finance teams.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in similar industries, deep commodity market knowledge, and expertise in pricing hedges and risk management. Location flexibility at major metal hubs in India is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in non-ferrous metals or related sectors.
• Experience in commodity markets and price hedging.
• Strong sourcing and supplier negotiation capabilities.
• Ability to model costs and perform risk analysis.
• Established supplier relationship management experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in metals.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration with procurement, finance, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Identify relevant markets for non-ferrous metals.
• Compare quotes in procurement and purchasing decisions.
• Analyze key clientele to inform sales and procurement strategy.
• Support strategic sourcing decisions and supplier selection.

Skills

Commodity market

Hedging

Negotiation

Cost modelling

Supplier management

Material knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Financial acumen

Risk planning

Leadership

Communication

Job description

This role is for one of Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 5+ years

Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kerala, India

JobType: full-time

The Category Head/Manager (Non-Ferrous Metals) will be responsible for identifying the relevant market, comparing the quotes in purchase and analysing the key clientele for selling the product to help us make better business decisions.

Requirements

Work Experience:

Minimum 5 years of commendable experience in similar industries.

Must Have Competencies:

• Commodity Market Expertise
• Price Risk Management/ Hedging
• Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
• Cost Modelling & Analysis
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Technical/Material Knowledge
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Regulatory & Compliance Awareness
• Financial Acumen
• Risk & Contingency Planning
• Leadership & Communication

Must-have Skills

Sourcing, Supplier Management, Non ferrous metals

Good-to-have Skills

Hedging, Cost Planning, Risk Modeling