GRAB

Regional Category Manager - Corporate Services & Financial Services

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerGRAB
LocationPetaling Jaya, Malaysia
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted7 days ago

Get to Know the Team

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Regional Category Manager based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, to lead our Corporate Services and Financial Services categories. You will drive cost optimization, business growth, and regional category strategy while managing P&L performance, cross-functional teams, and key vendor/stakeholder partnerships.

Get to Know the Role

We are seeking a Regional Category Procurement Manager for Corporate Services & Financial Services. If you have a strong procurement foundation in these categories and a passion for driving results in a fast-paced environment,

The Critical Tasks You Will Perform

Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies aligned with organizational objectives and regional market dynamics
Manage regional P&L performance, including budget planning, forecasting, and cost optimization initiatives
Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation
Lead vendor selection and relationship management to ensure optimal pricing, quality, and service delivery
Oversee category performance metrics and KPIs, providing regular reporting and insights to senior leadership
Build and mentor teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Identify and drive business development opportunities within the Corporate Services and Financial Services sectors
Collaborate with cross-functional departments including finance, operations, and business units to align category initiatives with organizational goals
Conduct competitive analysis and market research to inform strategic decision-making and positioning
Implement process improvements and digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency

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What Essential Skills You Will Need

7+ years in regional category management, procurement, or supply chain across Southeast Asia.
5+ years leading teams, driving category strategy, and managing multi-country portfolios.
Direct expertise in Corporate Services/Financial Services, including employee benefits insurance, broker relationships, policy renewals, claims/loss-ratio analysis, and regulated-industry vendors.
Strong command of P&L management, budgeting, financial analysis, and data-driven strategy execution.
Track record in building procurement tools from scratch (dashboards, performance trackers, catalogues, rate cards).
Proven ability to negotiate, manage key vendors, and influence stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Knowledge of regional SEA market practices.
Experience with supply chain optimization, process improvement, and digital procurement tools.

Life at Grab

We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:

We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours

What We Stand For at Grab

We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.

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