Senior Category Manager, Devices

6 days ago


Singapur, Singapore Telenor Full time

Telenor Group is world’s leading telecommunications company across the Nordics and Asia with 158 million subscribers and annual sales of around NOK 99 billion (2022). We are committed to responsible business conduct and driven by the ambition of empowering societies. Connectivity has been Telenor’s domain for more than 160 years, and our purpose is to connect our customers to what matters most.

We have a leading Nordic position in mobile, broadband and TV services, as well as substantial activities in subsidiaries and joint venture operations, including mobile financial services and online classifieds in the Asia region. Worldwide, Telenor Group and our operations’ teams are 14,000 people strong.

Telenor Procurement Company (TPC), established in 2017 and based out of Singapore, operates as a subsidiary of the Telenor Group. We deliver Global Category Management as a service to the Telenor Business Units and beyond, taking full responsibility for the end-to-end Sourcing process and performance of global spend categories. Functioning as one Global Procurement team across all Telenor markets, we enable Telenor’s strategic ambitions by becoming a centre of expertise in the pursuit of efficient operations. TPC seeks qualified procurement professionals that are comfortable working in a global setup in the fast-paced Telecom field.

For more information, please visit our website :

About the role

The Device team in TPC aims to develop the category management strategy, steering the implementation towards procurement and supply chain operations for devices and essential products in the end to end value chain of Telenor Markets. The category has a significant financial impact in Telenor’s total spend and it is crucial to enable Telenor’s strategic ambition for growth. 

Main Responsibility

As Senior Manager Device Category Management, you report to the Director of the category and work closely with internal Device teams, Suppliers and Business Stakeholders at executive C-level within the Telenor Business Units. You will lead Telenor markets to ensure we are able to capture opportunities for value creation and growth leveraging from a more strategic approach and relationship with suppliers in the landscape of devices. 

Main Tasks:

Own the performance and value creation of the category , including strategic, operational and financial targets. Co-Develop Device Category Strategy with Telenor Business units, outlining opportunity assessment, supplier strategy, procurement pipeline of initiativies and expected business impact / outcome for Telenor. Deliver the strategic and operational plan to facilitate category execution and commercial operations across targeted categories and brands Build, own and develop business relationship with stakeholders  with Telenor Markets in Group Function facilitating organizational alignment and cooperation Conduct end-to-end contract management activities along the contract life cycle management, to unlocke value creation and migitate leakage while coordinating local contract execution. Lead the supplier relationship co-developing the commercial strategy across Telenor in cooperation with Business Units .

Profile

To succeed in this role it is preferred to have a global procurement background with commercial acumen and operational background on any of the following industries Telecommunication, Technology, FMCG and manufacturing. As most of your internal and external stakeholders will span across the Nordic and Asian markets, you will need to be able to communicate effectively with all relevant stakeholders.

To enjoy this role and succeed in it, you need to have :

Proven track record in managing procurement of Devices, or coming from a device sales & marketing background Excellent communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills Ability to lead initiatives, influence decisions and build strong professional relationships.

Qualification and Education Requirements

Minimum 7-8 years’ relevant experience in scope of procurement and category management, particularly within the Telcommunication or Technology Sector Minimum Bachelor degree qualification, preferably in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Management. Experience within the Nordic region would be a valuable addition.

  • Singapur, Singapore Telenor Full time

    Telenor Group is a leading telecommunications company across the Nordics and Asia with 172 million customers and annual sales of around NOK 110 billion (2021) We are committed to responsible business conduct and driven by the ambition of empowering societies. Connectivity has been Telenor’s domain for more than 160 years, and our purpose is to connect our...

  • Category Manager IT

    1 month ago


    Singapur, Singapore WSAudiology Full time

    Driven by the passion to improve quality of people’s lives, WS Audiology continues to grow as market leader in the hearing aid industry. With our commitment to increase penetration in an underserved hearing care market, we want to accelerate our business transformation in order to reach more people, more effectively. The Category Manager develops the...


  • Singapur, Singapore Micron Full time

    Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it...


  • Singapur, Singapore Aon Full time

    Category Delivery Senior Executive Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will...


  • Singapur, Singapore Dyson Full time

    About us Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We solve the problems others choose to ignore, with surprising new inventions that defy convention and simply work better. We are growing fast, and our ambition is huge - more categories, more locations, and more people. We push the boundaries of what others have defined as possible. Our approach starts...


  • Singapur, Singapore Dyson Full time

    About us Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We solve the problems others choose to ignore, with surprising new inventions that defy convention and simply work better. We are growing fast, and our ambition is huge - more categories, more locations, and more people. We push the boundaries of what others have defined as possible. Our approach starts...


  • Singapur, Singapore Micron Full time

    Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it...


  • Singapur, Singapore Asahi Full time

    Job Description Global Procurement G03 - Global Category Manager - Sugar, Adjuncts & Coffee Functional overview The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing...


  • Singapur, Singapore Telenor Full time

    Telenor Group is world’s leading telecommunications company across the Nordics and Asia with 158 million subscribers and annual sales of around NOK 99 billion (2022). We are committed to responsible business conduct and driven by the ambition of empowering societies. Connectivity has been Telenor’s domain for more than 160 years, and our purpose is to...


  • Singapur, Singapore FairPrice Group Full time

    Job Description The Category Executive/Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic plans for assigned categories within the framework of a disciplined category management business process so as to achieve company's financial goals and objectives, improve market share, customer satisfaction and productivity performance...


  • Singapur, Singapore JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS Full time

    Company Description JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE) is a global coffee & tea company based in Netherlands. For more than 265 years, we have been inspired by the belief that it's amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. Today our coffee & tea portfolio is available in over 140 countries around the world through iconic household names including: Jacobs,...


  • Singapur, Singapore Microsoft Full time

    Overview In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers Microsoft’s core cloud platforms and services that millions of people use every day. With more than 95% of Fortune...


  • Singapur, Singapore Micron Full time

    Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it...

  • Category Manager

    1 month ago


    Singapur, Singapore Maersk Full time

    About the job At Maersk, we are embarking on an exciting and transformative journey that reshapes the global trade landscape. This pivotal moment in our company's history calls for individuals with exceptional talents who are ready to make a significant impact. Do you have what it takes to become a member of a world-class, international category...


  • Singapur, Singapore Asahi Full time

    Job Description Global Procurement  G03 – Global Category Manager - Glass Functional overview The purpose of Asahi Procurement is to safeguard the existing value and to unlock new sources of sustainable value for Asahi, our customers, and the planet. This is done through partnering with Asahi business stakeholders and a high-performing supplier...


  • Singapur, Singapore Changi Airport Full time

    We are hiring! If you have a strong passion in eCommerce and omni-channel retail, a strong desire to be part of a dynamic and expanding team driving business transformation, possess an inquisitive mind for continual discovery and strong understanding of tech, join us now! You will be an integral member of the iShopChangi Leadership Team, reporting into...


  • Singapur, Singapore ArcBlue Full time

    About our ClientOur Client is a leading Global MNC in the Integrated facility management arena, with a multi-millions turnover in worldwide markets. With an expanding business footprint, they are currently looking for a Category Manager, MROs services to play an important role in the Procurement Department’s continued development and success. Job...


  • Singapur, Singapore A*STAR Full time

    The Procurement Division comprises of three functional teams in the domain of Operations, Governance, Category Management and Special Projects overseeing all procurement policies, systems and activities. As a Manager / Senior Manager, Governance, Category Management and Special Projects your responsibility would include: Be a change agent in...


  • Singapur, Singapore Kimberly-Clark Full time

    Description APAC Regional Category Manager - Towels Your Job You're not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we're out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you'll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to...


  • Singapur, Singapore Razer Full time

    Job Responsibilities :The Regional Category Manager demonstrates end-to-end ownership of category(ies) in-charge and is responsible for developing and implementing the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for Razer product launches across the Asia-Pacific region.In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the success of Razer's product launches across all AP...