Global Category lead - IT procurement for a leading MNC

Michael Page; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Global role exposure

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting an IT Procurement leader for a leading foods ingredients and specialty chemicals MNC in Mumbai. Reporting to the global head of indirect procurement, you will develop and implement global procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships to drive value.

The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking and a focus on cost efficiency to optimise sourcing decisions and ensure compliance with policies and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor market trends to optimise sourcing decisions.
• Work closely with internal teams to understand their procurement needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiencies.
• Oversee supplier performance and address any issues.
• Report on procurement activities and results to stakeholders.

Skills

Experience in IT procurement

10-15 years experience

Job description

• Only candidates with experience in IT procurement apply
• Only candidates with 10 to 15 years of experience apply

About Our Client

A leading food ingredients and specialty chemicals MNC

Job Description

Reporting to the global head of indirect procurement you will

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor market trends to optimise sourcing decisions.
• Work closely with internal teams to understand their procurement needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiencies.
• Oversee supplier performance and address any issues.
• Report on procurement activities and results to stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for someone who has:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on cost efficiency.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities to work on a global role