Procurement Category Manager Indirect

19 hours ago


Oslo, Oslo County, Norway Norsk Hydro Full time
Job Title: Procurement Category Manager IndirectAbout the Position

HG BS Procurement is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Category Manager - Indirect to manage procurement activities across external vendors providing Indirect services.

This role requires a forward-thinking professional with commercial expertise and a willingness to learn and grow in procurement.

Responsibilities:

  • Developing a strategic approach to Indirect categories based on spend analysis, stakeholder discussions, supply market intelligence, vendor knowledge, and sound procurement strategies.
  • Negotiating with key vendors and establishing long-term agreements to implement defined plans.
  • Benchmarking prices and services across Business Units and conducting cost structure analysis to identify savings opportunities.
  • Leveraging strategic sourcing events to establish competitive sourcing environments for indirect services.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to develop effective cost-reduction strategies and execution plans while ensuring vendors meet project requirements, service levels, and Health, Safety & Environmental considerations.
  • Managing the total cost of ownership within the category and identifying specification, demand, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Demonstrating long-term supplier performance through QBRs, KPIs, and Performance Improvement Plans.
  • Reviewing and challenging current purchasing processes for indirect services.
  • Maintaining compliance with Hydro Procurement Policies and applicable laws.
  • Supporting initiatives to build capabilities within the procurement community through mentorship, idea generation, leadership, collaboration, and training delivery.

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