Unison Group

Regional Category Manager - Cables

Unison Group  •  Singapore, SG (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Position Summary
This role leading the Procurement Activities of Category – Cables in APAC
Objectives of the position:
To build a strong supply network in the region and to optimize the overall spend, reduce costs and mitigate supply risks for the cable category within their region, while also driving innovation and ensuring a reliable supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning and Analysis:
· Develop and implement regional category strategies:
This includes identifying opportunities for growth, developing product assortments, and setting procurement strategies.
· Conduct market research and competitive analysis:
Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
· Develop and manage category budgets and forecasts:
Ensure the category is profitable and achieves its sales targets.
Vendor Management and Sourcing:
· Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers: Negotiate favorable terms and conditions, ensuring a reliable supply chain.
· Evaluate and select suppliers: Ensure suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work with marketing, sales, operations, and other departments to achieve business objectives.
· Stay up-to-date with industry standards and regulations: Ensure compliance with relevant guidelines and best practices.
· Manage and develop a team (if applicable): Motivate and coach team members to achieve their goals.
· Travel as needed for supplier visits, industry events, or customer meetings.
Skills & Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field and 15+ years of procurement experience in a corporate environment
- At least 5 years of direct leadership experience in global or multi-cultural environment.
- Ability to travel (air and ground throughout the region) for various meetings
- Similar experience or project management skills
- Intermediate Business Process Knowledge
- 2+ minimum years of procurement experience as a category manager or similar role
- Create comprehensive sourcing strategy for the region for spend categories in scope of responsibility, operating with a truly regional and strategic mindset and in close collaboration with the Regional and Global Category Leaders to ensure full alignment with regional and global strategies
- Have a clear understanding of how regional strategies affect their local market and the fit with global strategy
- Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office/Business Software required.
- Business fluent in English as a communication language
Working hours:
Mon to Fri 8.30am - 5.30pm
Unison Group

About Unison Group

Unison Consulting was launched in Singapore on September 2012, the hub of the financial industry, with innovative visions in the technocratic arena. We are a boutique next-generation Technology Company with strong business-interests in Liquidity risk, Market Risk, Credit Risk and Regulatory Compliance.

Unison provides technology consulting and services to implement Risk Management and Risk Analytics System for Financial Institutions. Our services suite comprises of Techno-Functional consulting, systems integration, Business Intelligence, information management, and custom development of IT solutions, plus project management expertise for financial institutions.

We have expertise in latest cutting edge technology to achieve better total cost of ownership. Through our qualified professionals, we assist you drive your unique risk management strategies, whether that means efficient monitoring, improving risk appetite of the financial institutions, complying with regulations, or capturing growth opportunities through innovation, this is what maximizes your decision taking potential. At Unison Consulting, we view clients as partners, and our success is only measured by the success of our partners. So we put it all on the table in order to exceed expectations.

Our staff consists of young, energetic and innovative consultants who are never afraid to challenge the conventions and push the boundaries in an effort to help our clients. For every project, no matter how large or how small, we strive to not only meet your needs, but deliver a showcase in your field.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Unknown
Year Founded
2012
Website
com.sg
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