Procurement Category Buyer

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Procurement Execution

• Execute competitive bid events and benchmarking projects.
• Support sourcing projects based on client requirements.
• Negotiate and contract with suppliers, including exceptions, to drive savings and value.
• Interface with the strategic sourcing team to implement contracts.

Analysis & Optimization

• Analyze market and client conditions to identify savings opportunities.
• Perform periodic spend and supplier analysis within managed commodities.
• Optimize the supplier base and recommend efficiency initiatives.

Client & Supplier Management

• Communicate and negotiate with clients and suppliers at all organizational levels.
• Educate clients and suppliers on sourcing strategies and process improvements.
• Track and report supplier performance; resolve performance issues with Category Manager input.
• Ensure consistent global procurement approach across geographies.

Process & Compliance

• Promote process efficiency, leveraging automation where possible.
• Track savings and maintain audit evidence.
• Communicate sourcing instructions to operational buyers.
• Comply with relevant business conduct guidelines and client procurement processes.