Category Specialist

Procurement

• Develop and execute category strategies for biofuels supply chain including feedstock sourcing, product procurement and logistics.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives including competitive tendering, supplier rationalization and TCO optimization.
• Drive supply resilience, cost competitiveness and contract risk mitigation.
• Conduct market analysis and partner with stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Support end-to-end supply chain activities including storage, logistics, blending and distribution.
• Act as SCM SPOC for India entities across CPIPL, CLIPL, CREG, FDS, IAL, Aviation and Marine.
• Manage procurement across diverse categories including services, logistics, infrastructure, IT and manufacturing support.
• Support business setup activities including contracts, office setup, staff augmentation and regulatory compliance.

Consultancy & Advisory

• Provide guidance on procurement processes, controls and compliance with company standards (IMA, DDCOE, P2P).
• Act as trusted advisor to stakeholders across Biofuels and India portfolios.
• Coordinate with Legal, Tax, Finance and Global Category Managers to align contracting strategies.
• Drive supplier relationship management, performance tracking and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related fields.
• 5–8+ years of experience in procurement or category management.
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, contracting and supplier management.
• Experience in energy, chemicals, biofuels or related industries preferred.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills.