Moglix - Senior Manager/Assistant Director - Sourcing - Steel/TMT/Cement

Top Role Related Skills : 1. Exposure in Procurement - Steel / Cement (TMT Bars, Structural Steel, Plates, Pipes/ Cement, aggregates, sand etc) 2. Strong in negotiation skills 3. Effective stakeholder management Role Objective : We are seeking an experienced Category Manager/Category Lead for the Steel/ Cement category to build and expand a robust supplier network, drive category strategy, and establish long-term partnerships with cement manufacturers and distribution partners. The role requires strong procurement expertise, market knowledge, and the ability to drive commercial excellence within the category. Role Responsibilities : - Develop and implement sourcing and supplier engagement strategies for the Cement / Steel category (Aggregates & Sand, Bricks & Blocks/ Steel, TMT, Metals, Pipes etc) - Build relationships with leading cement manufacturers, grinding units, distributors, and channel partners. - Identify and onboard new suppliers to strengthen category depth and market coverage. - Lead commercial negotiations and establish long-term supplier agreements. - Track cement industry trends, pricing movements, capacity additions, logistics costs, and regional market dynamics. - Drive supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category strategies with business goals. - Develop market intelligence and category insights to support growth and profitability. - Ensure supplier compliance with quality, safety, and sustainability requirements. Qualification & Experience : - 10 - 15 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain, or Commercial functions - Significant experience in cement procurement, sourcing, supplier management, and category development (Aggregates & Sand, Bricks & Blocks/ steel, TMT, Metals, Pipes etc) - Strong understanding of cement manufacturing, distribution networks, and market dynamics. - Experience working with cement manufacturers, construction companies, real estate developers, EPC organizations, or large procurement functions. - Strong commercial and negotiation skills. - Deep understanding of cement industry economics and supply chains. - Category planning and supplier development expertise. - Market intelligence and analytical capabilities. - Contract management and stakeholder engagement experience. - Strong communication and relationship management skills. - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Commerce, or related discipline. - MBA (desirable)