Category Manager
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a global leader in advanced manufacturing and smart mobility solutions, known for its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. With a presence in over 200 countries, this organization plays a critical role in shaping the future of urban infrastructure and transportation. The company fosters a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where supply chain professionals can make a tangible impact on global operations. We are seeking a supply chain executive to lead global sourcing initiatives for critical electronic and electromechanical components for a fast-paced, innovation-driven organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a long-term commodity strategy that supports innovation, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
- Global Supplier Management: Build and manage relationships with international suppliers, ensuring alignment with quality, delivery, and cost expectations.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support new product development, cost reduction initiatives, and operational excellence.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and manage supply chain risks, including geopolitical, logistical, and market-based disruptions.
- Performance Optimization: Continuously evaluate supplier performance and implement improvement plans to drive value and resilience.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
- Global Engagement: Support international operations with up to 15% travel and flexible working hours to engage with teams and suppliers across EMEA and Asia-Pacific.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in global sourcing or commodity management, with a focus on electronics or electromechanical components.
- Proven success in developing and executing commodity strategies in a complex, global environment.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience managing international supplier relationships.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to assess commercial risk and drive data-informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to lead initiatives independently and collaboratively.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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