Job Posting CATEGORY MANAGER M&S & T&E
Job Summary
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This position will remain open until filled.
Local Applicants Welcome
Department: GlobalIndirect Procurement South Asia
Location: Jakarta Indonesia
Reporting to: Cluster Category Manager
Role: Permanent
Category Manager M&S & T&E
As the Category Manager M&S & T&E you will:
- Lead procurement activities for the M&S and T&E categories within the Indonesia Cluster.
- Implement category strategies and support the execution of local procurement plans aligned with cluster and global priorities.
- Collaborate with regional and global procurement teams to provide market insights and support strategy development.
- Contribute to financial planning and deliver measurable business value and savings.
- Develop and manage a high-performing supplier network.
- Lead contract negotiations to secure optimal commercial and service conditions.
- Drive supplier relationship management (SRM) and ensure supply continuity and performance.
- Identify opportunities for innovation sustainability and process improvements through supplier partnerships.
- Deliver procurement targets KPIs and cost optimization initiatives.
- Lead or support sourcing and bidding activities to achieve the best balance of quality cost and service.
- Monitor category performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Ensure compliance with procurement processes digital sourcing tools and reporting requirements.
- Build strong relationships with business stakeholders and act as a trusted procurement advisor.
- Align procurement strategies with business priorities and support informed decision-making.
- Foster effective collaboration across procurement teams stakeholders and suppliers.
- Support local regional and global procurement projects and initiatives as a Global Indirect Procurement (GIP) ambassador.
- Monitor market trends supplier landscapes and category developments.
- Conduct spend risk and opportunity analyses to support procurement decisions.
- Develop contingency plans and identify alternative suppliers to ensure supply continuity and competitive advantage.
- Bachelors degree in Finance Supply Chain Procurement Business or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement sourcing or category management within a multinational organization.
- Experience in Marketing & Sales (M&S) Travel & Events (T&E) or indirect procurement categories is an advantage.
- Business proficiency in English; additional language skills are a plus.
- Strong negotiation communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strategic mindset with strong analytical and financial acumen.
- Experience managing suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong decision-making problem-solving and project management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
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Next Steps:
After applying if selected please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support alternative formats or have other access requirements please let us know.
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About Company
JTI is a global tobacco and vaping company focused on innovation and sustainability. Our brands include Winston, Camel, Mevius, LD, Logic and Ploom.