Global Category Manager shaping ABB Analytical's EMS/PCBA sourcing strategy and supply chain. Leading supplier strategy, negotiations, cost optimization, and global stakeholder alignment.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement the global EMS/PCBA category strategy for ABB's Analytical Business Line
Consolidate the global strategy and supply base with factories across local, regional, and global teams
Lead sourcing strategies using the CIPS process
Ensure the supply base has the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements
Negotiate supplier agreements, renew price lists, and manage terms and conditions
Manage procurement planning, budgets, savings forecasts, and cost-out programs
Identify, investigate, and select suppliers based on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability
Provide ongoing supplier contract management and oversight
Ensure stakeholders execute the strategy and achieve category sourcing performance targets
Requirements
Proven experience in strategic sourcing and category management
Experience ideally within EMS/PCBA or electronics manufacturing
Track record of building and executing global strategies
Strong stakeholder management skills
Negotiation and supplier relationship management experience
Data-driven approach to analysis and reporting
Ability to collaborate with factories, local teams, and global leadership
Benefits
Annual bonus eligibility
A global role with real impact in a critical category
Opportunity to shape the supply base and strategy from day one
Supportive, hands-on team that values execution over slides
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