Procurement category managerlocation: mexico city, mx - remotefunction: procurement & supply chain / category managementabout the opportunitya leading global organization is seeking an experienced and commercially driven procurement category manager to join its growing procurement team. This is a high-impact, strategic role responsible for managing approximately $20m in annual spend across key categories, delivering measurable cost savings, and serving as a trusted business partner to stakeholders across the organization.if you are a results-oriented procurement professional who thrives on building supplier partnerships, driving strategy, and delivering value — we want to hear from you.what you'll dodevelop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with business objectives, including market analysis, sourcing roadmaps, and 3-year plansmanage $20m+ in annual category spend, delivering consistent year-over-year savings of 5–10% while maintaining quality and service levelslead end-to-end strategic sourcing events — rfx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations, contract awards, and implementation planningnegotiate favorable pricing, terms, slas, and contract provisions across complex, high-value agreementsbuild and maintain strategic supplier partnerships through quarterly business reviews, performance scorecards, and continuous improvement programspartner with internal stakeholders to deliver procurement solutions that balance cost, quality, risk, and innovationmonitor market trends, pricing dynamics, and supply base changes to deliver timely business intelligenceidentify and mitigate supply chain risks; ensure supplier compliance with regulatory and policy requirementsimplement kpi frameworks to drive supplier accountability and service excellencechampion procurement process improvements and best practice adoption across the functionmentor junior procurement staff and share category expertise across the organizationwhat we are looking for:essential:7–10 years of progressive procurement or category management experience in a corporate environmentproven track record managing $15m+ in annual spend and delivering consistent yoy savings of 5–10%+deep expertise in strategic sourcing methodologies — rfx, should-cost modeling, tco analysis, and supplier evaluation frameworksstrong commercial negotiation skills with demonstrated success in complex, high-value contract situationssolid understanding of category markets, supply base dynamics, and pricing structuresadvanced analytical and financial acumen — spend analysis, cost modeling, and business case developmentexceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teamsproficiency with procurement platforms (sap ariba, coupa, oracle, or similar), spend analytics tools, and advanced excel; bi tools a plusexcellent written and verbal communication skills with executive presencedesirable:bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related fieldprofessional certification: cpm, cpsm, cscp, or equivalentcontract law knowledge and experience with complex terms and conditionsproject management certification or demonstrated project leadership experiencethis is a genuine opportunity to make a measurable impact within a high-performing, globally connected procurement team. You will have real spend ownership, strategic visibility, and the opportunity to shape category strategy from the ground up — all within a collaborative, hybrid working environment.this is a confidential search. The hiring organization will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.to apply, please submit your cv along with a brief summary of your category management experience and key savings achievements.