Category Sr. Manager

**Category Sr. Manager - Procurement**

**Location**: Hybrid (Mexico City, Lomas de Chapultepec)

As a Category Sr. Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing global category strategies for indirect procurement categories such as travel, facilities, utilities, construction and other business services. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, work with a team of procurement professionals, manage supplier relationships, and drive process improvements to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Category Strategy: Develop and implement multi-year global category strategies for indirect procurement categories, ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Supplier Management: Manage and optimize supplier relationships to drive incremental value and ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
- Team Leadership: Work with and mentor a team of procurement contracting professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Market Analysis: Monitor market trends and changes in pricing to make informed procurement decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their business priorities and procurement needs, then translate into actionable sourcing plans in alignment with category strategies.
- Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Reporting: Prepare and present reports on category performance, procurement activities, and cost savings to senior management.

**Requirements**:

- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on indirect procurement categories (travel, facilities, fleet, etc.) and experience in a multinational company.
- Relationship Management: Ability to lead through influence, building collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term category strategies.
- Process Improvement: Demonstrated experience in implementing process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with procurement systems, Excel, and Power BI.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
- Communication Skills: Advanced English proficiency, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Hybrid Position: Ability to work in a hybrid environment, combining remote and on-site work.

**Competencies**:

- Results-Oriented: Focus on achieving objectives and continuous improvement.
- Critical Thinking: Ability to evaluate complex situations and make informed decisions.
- Teamwork: Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes and new technologies.

**Why Join CBRE?**
- Be part of a global leader in real estate.
- Work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Inclusive company culture that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities.

Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo, Por tiempo indeterminado

Sueldo: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 al mes

Beneficios:

- Seguro de vida
- Vales de despensa

Pago complementario:

- Bono anual

Tipo de jornada:

- Lunes a viernes
- Turno de 8 horas
- Turno matutino

Experiência:

- category management: 4 años (Obligatorio)
- Indirect Procurement: 5 años (Obligatorio)

Idioma:

- ingles avanzado (Obligatorio)

Lugar de trabajo: remoto híbrido en 11000, Colonia Lomas de Chapultepec, CDMX