Ezproc - Category Manager

Role Overview:

We're looking for a Category Manager - Housekeeping Category to manage end-to-end procurement, vendor relationships, pricing, and supply chain efficiency for housekeeping consumables. This role is crucial in ensuring timely availability, quality assurance, and cost-effectiveness of housekeeping resources like manpower, chemicals, tools, and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Source and procure housekeeping materials, consumables, and equipment

- Build strong vendor networks and maintain supplier relationships

- Analyze demand trends to forecast and plan procurement

- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service-level agreements

- Onboard vendors based on capability, pricing, and quality

- Ensure timely delivery of supplies across all operational sites

- Track category spend, savings, and performance metrics

- Stay updated on market trends and cost dynamics

Key Requirements:

Education: Graduate in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or a Diploma in Supply Chain Management is a plus.

Experience: 3-5 years in procurement, category management, or operations in housekeeping/facility management

Skills:

- Strong negotiation & analytical skills

- In-depth knowledge of housekeeping products & services

- Vendor evaluation & contract management

- Excellent interpersonal & coordination abilities