Category Manager 90520

Job-ID: 1673Category: ProcurementLocation: Houston, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-05Closes: 2026-11-30The Category Manager leads the development and execution of strategic sourcing, category management, and contract optimization initiatives to deliver best-in-class supply chain performance. This role ensures value creation, supplier performance, and cost efficiency while aligning category strategies with Seadrill’s global business objectives. Reporting to the Head of Category Management, this roleQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).5+ years of progressive experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement leadership.ResponsibilitiesEffective implementation of a category management strategy that delivers recognizable cost savings and process optimization through improved supplier management programsDevelop and implement formalized supplier relationship management and performance programs with top strategic suppliersCultivate and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, project managers, engineers, and senior staff membersPrepare and execute tender documents and evaluation tools for sourcing events under a category strategyDrives global supply chain standardization and cost savings through vendor and manufacturer consolidationNegotiate or re-negotiate existing contracts, utilizing transparent tender processes, ensuring optimal commercial and legal terms are in place and approved vendor list process followedReviewing spending trends of direct and/or in-direct spend and pro-actively develop category strategies to leverage optimal pricing and termsMentor colleagues with problem resolution and guidance to ensure team goals and target KPI’s are metMonitor global market trends, identify opportunities and potential issues and act upon themSupport the development of policies and procedures that ensure spend is addressed systematically to obtain optimal value and transparencyEnsure transparency of all active global master service agreements via the corporate contract repository toolDevelops pricing strategies that define the total cost of ownership of services and goods, including: source restrictions, lead times, logistics costs and location of suppliers in relation to source of supplyDrives the delivery of best value supply chain sourcing and pricingEffectively executes change management processes when new suppliers introducedActively participate in projects or process optimization initiatives offering suggestions or constructive feedback that will improve outcomeAssist in development of global supply chain category management process and procedures as requiredCoordinate and lead supplier meetings as requiredEnsure all actions are in accordance with Seadrill’s corporate policies and proceduresKnowledge, Skills & ExperienceStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).Fluent in the use of spend management tracking technology tools such as Power BI and Oracle Procurement with a strong understanding of how the tools align with the directives and procedures they support.Proven ability to drive category strategies across direct or indirect spend.DesiredKnowledge of offshore drilling or energy industry procurement practices.Certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or PMP preferred.Experience implementing category management frameworks or supplier scorecards.About the companySAFETY AT SEADRILL Our goal is to ensure that ‘nobody gets hurt' whilst performing their job. Everyone at Seadrill has a part to play in meeting our safety commitment.Through strong leadership and personal responsibility from all employees, we take a systematic approach to identifying, managing and preventing the hazards involved in our day to day operations.Nothing is more important to us than the health, safety and security of our workforce and the communities in which we operate and behaving responsibly towards our shared environment.We are vigilant, disciplined and always looking out for one another. We have developed and embedded a strong safety culture onshore and offshore, fostered by all employees, who each have a personal responsibility and the authority to put an immediate stop to the job if they believe it to be unsafe.Everyone at Seadrill is accountable for helping to build this culture of care. This includes:Compliance with the Seadrill Code of Conduct and Fight Against Corruption.Compliance with applicable internal and external governing requirements.Non-compliances are promptly acted on and reported to the direct supervisor.The standard for tidiness and cleanness is adhered to.Good and clear communications with all involved parties.SEADRILL BEHAVIORAL FRAMEWORK In Seadrill, setting the standard is not just about what we deliver, but how we deliver it. We co-created our Behavioral Framework with our employees, where we identified four key competencies that define our culture and help us to live our values. Our behaviors are embedded in the way we work and support and guide us day to day:Drive & OwnershipChange & Forward ThinkingCommunication & CollaborationService DeliveryDIVERSITY This position is also for people with disabilities.We recognize that our people are key to helping us to achieve our vision, so we have fostered a culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diversity of all kinds. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we operate in.JOIN SEADRILL We value our people and want to retain them. So, we offer a competitive package built around an attractive base salary and a range of benefits tailored to your location.Join Seadrill. Own the Opportunity.