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DM- Category Sourcing Support

Aggregate function:  Shared Services
Business Area:  SCM_VOIS
Posting Country:  India
Date Posted:  12 Dec 2025
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. 

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role

We are seeking a Category Support Specialist to provide operational and administrative support to Category Managers and Principal Category Managers at Vodafone Procurement Company Luxembourg. This role involves assisting with sourcing projects, managing supplier data, and ensuring compliance with internal processes and digital tools.

What you will do

 

  • Gather and analyse data from internal and external sources to prepare accurate reports on spend, savings, markets, and suppliers.
  • Track supplier contracts, catalogues, and operational agreements.
  • Support supplier onboarding and maintain accurate supplier base data and performance metrics.
  • Ensure adherence to operational and administrative processes in sourcing and e-sourcing activities.
  • Prepare customised reports and presentations for category managers.
  • Identify and suggest process improvement opportunities.
  • Respond to ad-hoc administrative and operational requests from category teams.

Who you are

 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Knowledge of basic sourcing processes.
  • Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Strong time management and teamwork skills.
  • Desired: Familiarity with eSourcing tools (Ariba), SAP, and supplier operations management.
  • Bachelor’s degree required.

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What’s in it for you

 

  • Opportunity to work in a global procurement environment.
  • Exposure to digital sourcing tools and supplier management processes.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
  • Career development through continuous learning and process improvement initiatives.

What skills you will learn

 

  • Advanced data analytics and reporting.
  • Supplier onboarding and performance tracking.
  • Use of eSourcing tools and SAP systems.
  • Process optimisation and stakeholder management.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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