The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways — from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.The RoleThe Category Manager is responsible for implementing and monitoring the strategies to properly manage Subcontract Services, Development Services contribute to CRA due diligence and other compliance projects and implementing tools and best practices to drive best cost solutions for AspenTech and CSS. This will be achieved through closely working with the World Area procurement and Operations Teams to identify opportunities and implement strategies around service provider selection, sourcing, and negotiation while collaborating with and supporting AspenTech and other internal customersYour ImpactConduct spend data analysis regularly to monitor changes in spending patternsSupports the segmentation and definition of critical servicesDevelop and implement strategies to achieve Supply Chain goals regarding cost, risk management,



and quality of servicesAnalyzes data and market insights to understand market trends in key servicesSystematically monitors shortages in specific roles or disciplines to manage the associated risksForecasts services demand through early collaboration with proposals and project teamsBenchmark rates for key roles using reputable national or general data sources to support the rate negotiations with suppliersCoordinate the new supplier’s prequalification process and approvalNegotiate supply agreements with service providers to secure favorable terms and conditions and to meet Emerson's and the customer’s requirementsSupports the definition and identification of the “preferred” service suppliersPartner with project teams to develop and foster long-term relationships with the preferred service suppliersCoordinate and lead Supplier Business Reviews (SBR) periodicallySupports the development of savings calculation methodologies specific to servicesReport and analyze savings achieved periodicallyCollaborate with other Category Managers to identify sourcing best practicesMonitor the level of success of the pre-established strategies and adjust the course of action as required, promoting continuous improvementEnsure compliance with Company policies and proceduresActs as the Category expert, ensuring proper communication and implementation of agreements, changes, and updates.Own CRA compliance and due diligence actions for assigned suppliersWhat You'll NeedTechnical or Business bachelor’s degree. A master’s degree is preferable8-10 years of relevant work experience.Strong knowledge in various Supply Chain methodologies and processesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsLeadership and People Management skillsStrategic thinkingSolid data analytics and presentation skills#LI-WJ1

📌 Sourcing Category Manager (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Aspen Technology
📍 Ciudad de México