Category Specialist – Technical & Indirect

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles. To meet our challenges, we are looking for a Category Specialist – Technical & Indirect within the Procurement team! This position will be located in Mumbai. Their mission? The Category Specialist for Capital and MRO Purchases will be responsible for managing and optimizing the procurement of capital, MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) goods/services and SG&A spend for the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and category management principles. Your experience and talents will make the difference to: Develop and implement category strategies for capital and MRO purchases that align with the organization's goals and objectives. Lead procurement activities and operations for Mumbai HO spend across various SG&A categories. Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms and conditions. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and requirements. Develop and manage supplier relationships to ensure high-quality goods and services are delivered on time and at competitive prices. Monitor and analyze supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings. Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the capital and MRO category, including market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging technologies. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulations. Develop and maintain procurement metrics to measure and track category performance. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and maintain annual rate cards for spares and services, in collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers, to ensure competitive pricing and consistency in procurement processes. Track key commodities like MS Steel, SS Steel, Cement, Copper, and other relevant commodities to monitor market trends, pricing, and availability. Use this information to inform procurement decisions and develop category strategies. What we will love about you: Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement softwares Certification in procurement or supply chain management is a plus Supplier relationship management And also … Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a focus on capital and MRO purchases. Business Trips (Percentage): 30% If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together! Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach. To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at and at