Job Description

Company DescriptionAbout Grab and our workplaceGrab is Southeast Asia\'s leading superapp. We are dedicated to improving the lives of millions of users across the region by providing them everyday services such as deliveries, mobility, financial services, enterprise services and others. More than that, we provide the opportunity for them to have a better life. And that aspiration starts inside Grab because we believe in a seamless blend of work and home life, making every aspect of life better for all.Guided by The Grab Way, which spells out our mission, how we believe we can achieve it, and our operating principles-the 4Hs: Heart, Hunger, Honour and Humility-we work to create economic empowerment for the people of Southeast Asia. With our unwavering commitment to our values, we believe that we\'re more than a service provider; we\'re agents of positive change.Get to know our TeamThe Grab Procurement team is a young, dynamic team responsible for finding the \xe2\x80\x9cperfect match\xe2\x80\x9d between Grab and external supply base. We make an impact to the business by ensuring our efforts are guided by sound understanding of the business needs and corporate goals - that we partner smartly, buy wisely, efficiently, ethically, and that we enable mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers. If you are looking for opportunities to make your mark, shape and actively contribute to transformational change in procurement, then you should join our team!Get to know the RoleWe are looking for a Regional Category Procurement Manager to help lead the Infrastructure, Network and Software/Saas category in Grab. We believe a successful candidate has the Heart and Honour to wield solid procurement fundamentals into effective practice in a fast growing company; has Humility to unlearn and relearn in a dynamic environment; has Hunger to bring innovation to his/her category. If you believe you have what it takes then we\'d love to hear from you!\xe2\x97\x8f Category Management

• Lead Grab Groupwide Category Strategy for Infrastructure, Network/Telco and Monitoring
• Software/Saas, partnering with Key Technology and Country Leaders for Planning,
• Alignment and Execution. Managing business application software will be an advantage.
• Maintain updated knowledge of the supply base, keeping abreast of market insights and trends.
• Develop Category Strategy with clear Value, Cost, Risk and Opportunities analysis,
• paired with clear, executable spend management and/or cost improvement initiatives from short to long term perspectives
• Possess proficiency in analyzing external market conditions, internal demand, commodity operational/financial data
• Champion Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) with regular monitoring of performance. Identifies and recommends ways to resolve and/or mitigate issues
• Rationalize the supply base and develop a preferred roster of suppliers

\xe2\x97\x8f Strategic Sourcing

• Lead and own the sourcing process, from driving clear definition of requirements working with Business Teams, prospecting suppliers, initiating and deploying key commercial artifacts (RFPs, RFQs, Contracts, etc.)
• Lead vendor negotiation, drive clear assessment in partnership with internal subject-matter experts
• Collaborate and coordinate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Infosec, Data Privacy,
• Compliance, Finance) across Contracting and Supplier Qualification
• Stakeholder Management and Business Partnering
• Build relationships with key business stakeholders in defining and achieving shared goals
• Collaborate to proactively identify business needs and enable value creation thru process efficiencies and speed to market, cost and risk management, supplier enabled innovation
• Collaborate and lead internal procurement teams to deliver flawless end-to-end procurement projects (source-to-contract, procure-to-pay)
• Internally driven, externally inspired
• Maintain strong awareness of the category thru investigation of new supply markets and assess capabilities

QualificationsThe must haves:

• Absolute integrity in managing the supplier relationship, avoiding real and perceived conflicts of interests
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and possess strong prioritization skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Strong team player and able to lead or participate on cross functional teams to deliver collective goals;
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, and professionally with external partners;
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under high pressure and fast paced environments
• Degree in any Supply Chain, Business Management or any relevant study.
• 3-5 years procurement experience in leading or managing within Technology, Infrastructure,
• Network Monitoring
• Prior experience in working with cross-functional teams, and possess cross cultural competency

Additional InformationBenefits at Grab:We care deeply about your well-being and are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Here are some of the global benefits we offer:

• Protect and provide for your loved ones with peace of mind, knowing we have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
• Craft a benefits package that suits your unique needs and aspirations with GrabFlex, because we believe in empowering you to thrive.
• Embrace the magic of new life and create lasting memories with your family through Maternity and Paternity Leave.
• Life can be overwhelming, but you\'re never alone. Our confidential Grabber Assistance Programme is here to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life\'s challenges.
• Your well-being is our priority. Benefit from our holistic well-being initiatives through Wellbeing@Grab, including health programmes, informative webinars, and vibrant carnivals.
• Achieve a harmonious work-life balance with our FlexWork arrangements, allowing you to adapt and thrive in your personal and professional life.

We\'ve got many different benefits hyper localised in each country. Speak to your recruiter during your interview to find out more.What we stand for at Grab:We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique. If you require accommodations to fully participate in the recruitment process, you are encouraged to include your request(s) when applying.We deliver the greatest impact and ideas when we bring together diverse perspectives. It is what enables us to spread opportunities to Grabbers and our partners. It\'s not a box-ticking exercise; it\'s who we are.

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