Arun Karthik S is a seasoned professional in procurement and category management, currently serving as a Senior Category Manager at APM Terminals since March 2023. With extensive experience at Maersk Procurement from August 2015 to March 2023, Arun addressed global labour contract projects, focusing on operational stability, compliance, and cost optimization. Previous roles include Senior Manager - Procurement Projects and Manager - Opex Category Management, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing substantial labour spending and category management initiatives. Prior to Maersk, Arun contributed to Maersk Global Service Centres and McKinsey & Co, developing sourcing support and business graphics solutions, respectively. Arun holds an MBA in General Management from Anna University and a BCA from Madras University, alongside a diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from Tamilnadu Polytechnic.