Category Manager II - Software, SaaS & Support
GAP Inc
6 - 8 years
Delhi
Posted: 1/16/2025
Job Description
About the Role
In this role, you will partner with our brands & corporate functions across the globe, to continuously drive value across Software, SaaS & Support categories. You will establish, analyze, and refine the business’s procurement strategy ensuring alignment with business goals.What You'll Do
Create and execute category strategies for IT Software, SaaS and Support
Provide input to category strategy based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus area
Manage supplier relationships and lead contract negotiations (Master Agreement, SOW, Order Documents).
Support cross-functional teams (GTS, Finance, InfoSec, Legal, Risk Management) in sourcing projects, ensuring alignment with business goals
Support senior procurement staff in various strategic initiatives
Be accountable for delivering savings (PL, Non-PL, Capital) for responsible category
Be familiar with Procurement Technology (i.e. Spend Analytics, Sourcing, eAuction)
Actively promote a competitive bid culture for Technology projects by applying advanced levers
Who You Are
- 5 – 6 years of experience in Procurement or related, preferred experience in category management
- Extensive Experience negotiating, redlining, and routing contracts for approval through a complex organization
- Proven ability to lead the contracting process facilitating meetings with business partners, Legal, Finance, suppliers, InfoSec and Risk
- Knowledge of key legal and commercial contract terms and risks / opportunities associated with each
- Highly organized with strong project management skills.
- Ability to multi task and prioritize work as required to meet deadlines.
- Flexible problem solving mindset with an aptitude for working through ambiguous situations
- Tech savvy with a desire to quickly learn and master new systems and ways of working
- Bachelor’s degree; Masters degree preferred
**Working with Shift Arrangement: 2pm to 11pm India time
About Company
Gap Inc., commonly known as GAP, is a leading global retailer specializing in clothing, accessories, and personal care products. Founded in 1969 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Gap operates several brands, including Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Athleta, and Intermix. The company is known for its casual and stylish apparel, targeting a wide range of age groups and lifestyles. With a strong presence both online and in physical stores, Gap focuses on offering high-quality, affordable fashion while emphasizing sustainability and social responsibility in its operations.
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