Hello Visionary!

We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We’re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you’d make an outstanding addition to our vibrant team. Siemens Mobility is an independent run company of Siemens AG. Its core business includes rail vehicles, rail automation and electrification solutions, turnkey systems, intelligent road traffic technology and related services. In Mobility, we help our customers meet the need for hard-working mobility solutions. We’re making the lives of people who travel easier and more enjoyable while constantly developing new, intelligent mobility solutions!

We are looking for Global Category Manager – Customer Services

You’ll make a difference by

• You will ensure strategic procurement for rail components, specifically for spare parts, and consolidate purchasing activities across locations and projects to achieve optimal global conditions, supported by a well-developed and actively managed supplier portfolio for our Customer Services business.
• You will conduct complex price and contract negotiations, including eSourcing activities.
• You will contribute to the product and supplier development process and drive cost reduction initiatives (e.g., standardization, design-to-cost).
• You will lead a global cross-functional team and strengthen collaboration with interface partners across all Siemens Mobility Business Units.
• You will prepare and independently execute sourcing decisions based on total cost of ownership (ToCO).
• Your responsibilities will also include demand and market analysis, contract management, and cost controlling.

Desired Skills:

• You hold a master’s degree in engineering or business administration.
• You have extensive experience in strategic procurement, ideally complemented by cross-functional expertise in a related field.
• You are accustomed to working in international teams and are skilled in modern negotiation techniques.
• You are confident in presenting both technical and commercial content.
• You possess in-depth knowledge of contract law and advanced process understanding within supply chain management.
• You demonstrate strong negotiation, facilitation, and project management skills.
• You are fluent in English; German language skills are considered an advantage

Join us and be yourself!

We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.

Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.

This role is based in Bangalore. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come. We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.

Find out more about mobility at: https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/mobility.html and about Siemens careers at: www.siemens.com/careers