Global Category Manager Information Technology and Digital
Global Category Manager Information Technology and Digital
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Job Description
The Category Manager is accountable for defining and executing the global strategy for Weatherfords IT and DIGITAL spend. The strategy includes supporting governance policies operational safety and efficiency. You will manage commercial contractual and operational relationships at an executive level.
As the Category Manager you will coordinate with Corporate and the different Geozones to implement the global strategy including all subcategories linked to IT and DIGITAL. You will create plan develop and implement longterm partnerships with stakeholders and suppliers in line with group strategies. You will be responsible for sourcing and executing Source to Contract. This role serves as a business partner to maximize value support innovation digitalization deliver savings and monitor performance.
You will be comfortable running complex RFPs challenging partners on specifications timelines quality of service and other potential bottlenecks. You will be accountable for data analytics market analysis improvement plans supplier performance management and identifying and successfully developing relations with new suppliers. This role negotiates agreements for Goods and Services for Corporate globally and regionally to reduce Total Cost of Ownership cycle time and improve quality. This role will report to the Director of Indirect Procurement.
Requirements
- Subject Matter Expert/Stakeholder to influence and assist with business decisions
- Close collaboration with key stakeholders to define and implement global technical commercial and contractual standards to support the implementation of defined strategies
- Define and implement Performance Improvement Plans to maximize Supply Chain value
- Participate in business budget reviews to identify opportunities and align with stakeholders/businesses
Qualifications :
Education
- Masters degree in Operations Supply Chain Business or a related discipline is required
Certifications
- Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) CIPS CSPC or CPM is a plus
- Legally authorized to work
Experience
- 10 years of experience in a similar position with growing responsibilities in IT and DIGITAL
- Deep experience with the IT and DIGITAL world
- Demonstrated track record of closed collaboration with stakeholders and delivering significant and measurable savings in a global large and fastmoving organization
- Ability to interact in English and other languages
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- High degree of collaboration and influence at all levels with stakeholders and suppliers
- Strategic thinking and ability to develop and execute Global Strategic IT and DIGITAL initiatives
- Advanced knowledge of Operations Procurement and Strategic Sourcing principles and techniques
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills including presentation abilities
- Excellent skills to identify sourcing opportunities perform spend analysis and develop RFX documents
- Strong negotiation and Source to Contract management skills to plan prepare and lead complex global/regional supplier negotiations
- Strong teamwork leadership and management skills
- Display impeccable timemanagement define priorities and a high level of accuracy
- Ability to operate across teams cultural and organizational boundaries
Additional Information :
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We deliver advancements that propel our Company industry and customers forward. Weatherfords dynamic and exciting environment is powered by possibility as we transform the energy industry. Our innovative solutions integrate proven technologies with advanced digitalization to create environmentally and economically sustainable offerings. A world of impactful opportunities is waiting for you here: Challenging enriching and purposeful careers Exposure to global locations and cultures Strong training and mentorship programs Learning opportunities in a collaborative setting Supportive leadership with industry expertise Agile flexible and peoplecentered culture.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
