ASSISTANT CATEGORY MANAGER FOR IT & COMMUNICATIONS

The Assistant Category Manager for IT & Communications is a junior-level leadership role that

is responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing product

categories within the organization.

This position entails an in-depth understanding of market trends, competitive landscape, and

consumer preferences to drive category performance, enhance profitability, and support overall

business objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Category Strategy Development: Lead the development and implementation of strategic

sourcing plans for IT and communications categories, ensuring alignment with company

goals and objectives.

2. Contract Management: Oversee and manage the contract lifecycle for IT and

communications suppliers. Ensure contracts reflect the business requirements and protect

organizational interests.

3. Technology & Market Insights: Stay informed on the latest trends and innovations in IT

and communications technologies. Assess industry best practices and drive continuous

improvement initiatives.

4. Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and

service providers. Lead contract negotiations, performance management, and identify

opportunities for supplier collaboration to optimize outcomes and performance.

5. Procurement: Develop and execute procurement plans to meet business requirements,

including RFPs, RFQs, and direct purchasing.

6. Category Analytics: Analyze spend data, identify opportunities for cost savings, and

develop reporting to measure category performance.

7. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including IT, legal,

finance, and business units, to ensure clear communication, efficient processes, and the

successful execution of sourcing strategies.

8. Process Improvement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify process

improvements and implement changes to optimize category management processes.

9. Cost Optimization and Budget Management: Manage budgets related to IT and

communications sourcing. Identify cost-saving opportunities through vendor negotiations,

consolidating suppliers, and streamlining procurement processes while ensuring quality

standards are met.

10. Risk Management and Compliance: Proactively identify risks associated with IT and

communications procurement and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with

corporate policies, legal, and regulatory requirements.

11. Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and

regulatory changes to drive continuous improvement in category management.

12. Other tasks: Performs other related functions that may be assigned by the immediate

supervisor, Procurement Head and/or Chief Operating Officer (COO).