Category Manager - Product & IT

About the role

I will develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories while considering market trends, business priorities, and Total Cost of Ownership. I will lead negotiations and renegotiations with suppliers to secure optimal commercial terms, service levels, and long-term value. I will analyze spend data and supplier performance to identify opportunities for consolidation, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. I will design and maintain supplier risk matrices to ensure business continuity and mitigate supply risks and potential disruptions. I will monitor contract lifecycles and proactively manage renewals, renegotiations, and compliance checkpoints. I will establish strategic relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to align expectations and foster collaboration. I will define and track KPIs for vendor performance, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.

Key facts

What you'll do

I will develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories, considering market trends, business priorities, and Total Cost of Ownership. I will lead negotiations and renegotiations with suppliers to secure optimal commercial terms, service levels, and long-term value. I will analyze spend data and supplier performance to identify opportunities for consolidation, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. I will design and maintain supplier risk matrices to ensure business continuity and mitigate supply risks and potential disruptions. I will monitor contract lifecycles and proactively manage renewals, renegotiations, and compliance checkpoints. I will establish strategic relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to align expectations and foster collaboration. I will define and track KPIs for vendor performance, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement. I will coordinate regular feedback loops with business units to align supplier deliverables and resolve service gaps. I will apply penalties or corrective actions when contractual obligations are not met, ensuring service continuity and value protection. I will ensure adherence to internal procurement policies, external regulations, and audit requirements (e.g., REPSE, CNBV, and Fintech standards). I will maintain standardized vendor files and documentation to support internal and external audits. I will oversee the onboarding and classification of suppliers, including regulated and specialized service providers. I will support purchase order generation and approval workflows, ensuring traceability and compliance. I will collaborate with business units to understand sourcing needs and align procurement strategies with operational goals. I will support the development of business cases and cost models for strategic initiatives. I will provide insights and recommendations to leadership based on supplier performance, market conditions, and risk assessments. I will contribute to the design and execution of contingency plans for supplier-related disruptions.

Requirements

I hold a Bachelor's degree in International Business, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. I bring 5-8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management roles. I have demonstrated experience managing categories such as software, hardware, professional services, or operations. I have proven experience developing and executing IT category sourcing strategies for SaaS, On-Premise Software, PaaS, and IaaS. I am proficient in leveraging market intelligence, aligning with business priorities, and optimizing Total Cost of Ownership. I have a track record of ensuring business continuity through supplier risk management and mitigation of supply risks and potential disruptions. I have hands-on experience monitoring contract lifecycles, including renewals, renegotiations, and compliance checkpoints. I am thorough in ensuring adherence to internal procurement policies, external regulations, and audit requirements such as REPSE, CNBV, and Fintech standards. I have experience maintaining standardized vendor files and documentation to support internal and external audits. I have successfully overseen the onboarding and classification of suppliers, including regulated and specialized service providers.

Practical notes

I understand this role involves standard office hours, and remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered within the locations of Ciudad de México, México, and Monterrey, México. I acknowledge that travel requirements, visa sponsorship, and application deadlines are not specified in the available source information and that interested candidates should refer to official Spin career channels for the most current details on these aspects.