Category Sourcing Supervisor - Industrial Sales

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans from International OEMs and manufacturers only (Not from Traders Or Local) focusing exclusively on direct procurement for capital equipment related to industrial plants.
  
• Manage sourcing within 23 working days for every RFP/RFQ & Have Best Proposal
• Lead and manage a team responsible for the entire bid process from sourcing to winning bids and securing purchase orders.
  
• Collaborate with sales and technical teams to align sourcing strategies with market demands and sales objectives.
  
• Conduct market analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and leverage opportunities for competitive advantage.
  
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and continuous improvement in terms of cost quality and delivery.
  
• Oversee the negotiation of contracts and agreements with a focus on optimizing cost and securing favorable terms.
  
• Ensure adherence to all industryspecific regulatory and compliance requirements during the sourcing process
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Engineering or related field.
  
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in category management and strategic sourcing specifically within the industrial sectors such as petrochemical mining power generation or oil refineries.
  
• Proven track record of managing sourcing teams that directly contribute to sales through strategic bidding processes.
  
• Extensive experience with sourcing of spare parts and capital equipment for industrial plants.
  
• Strong understanding of the OEM landscape and direct manufacturing sources.
  
• Excellent negotiation leadership and team management skills.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and lead through influence
  

Benefits