• Lead the annual procurement plan for the assigned category aligning with SOCAR’s goals, budget and operational plans
• Work closely with SOCAR entities, technical teams, project managers and finance to gather forecasts and requirements
• Develop and maintain a category roadmap linking procurement to strategic goals and supplier development
• İdentify risks, opportunities and procurement needs during planning
• Prioritize procurement projects based on criticality, risk and value
• Ensure tendering, supplier engagement and contract awards align with the plan
• Track progress and update stakeholders on procurement activities
• Report procurement performance, savings and KPIs to leadership
• Facilitate annual review meetings to align on priorities, challenges and sourcing strategies
• Ensure approval and communication of strategies and procurement plans
• Conduct market analysis to identify risks, opportunities and new suppliers

• Higher education in SCM, BA, Economics or related field
• 10 years of relevant experience, 5 years in a managerial role in large enterprises (Oil&Gas preferred)
• Strong understanding of category-specific technical, commercial and supply chain dynamics
• Experience in category development, supplier segmentation and cost management
• Ability to support procurement transformation and process optimization
• Experience transitioning from transactional procurement to strategic category management
• Experience in sourcing plans, tenders, contract negotiations and supplier performance management
• Knowledge of local and international supplier markets within the category
• Analyze procurement spend data, develop category dashboards and track performance metrics
• Trained/certified in CIPS or equivalent procurement qualifications
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems, procurement analytics and e-sourcing tools
• Fluency in Azerbaijani and English (Russian preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Suite
• Procurement Execution & process management, Supply Chain Planning, Market & supplier research, Tender & bid Management, Budgeting & cost reduction strategies
• Data analysis & reporting, Communication & Negotiation, Problem-solving & critical-thinking, Time management, Cross-functional collaboration, Team Leadership & talent development, Adaptability & continuous learning

Interested candidates are invited to send their CVs with the subject line “Head of Procurement Category – (Relevant Category)” to [email protected] by 03.04.2025.

Applications will be reviewed against position requirements and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.