Sr Category Supplier Manager
Core
Sr Category Supplier Manager responsible for strategic sourcing and category management of direct materials (PCB, passives, enclosures, hardware) for Module & SSD products.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Strategic sourcing plans, multi-year capacity guarantees, supplier partnerships, and cost reduction initiatives for memory and storage solutions.
Domain
Electronics manufacturing / Semiconductor supply chain
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, supplier negotiation, contract compliance, spend analysis, supplier segmentation, risk management, cross-functional leadership, AI/digital analytics adoption.
Preferred skills
Experience with MOD/SSD direct materials, knowledge of PCB/passive component supply dynamics, proficiency in procurement software, professional certifications (CPSM, CIPS, CPM).
Technologies
Procurement and supply chain management software, AI and digital analytics tools.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans; lead global key-materials teams; chair cross-functional Material Strategy Team forums; negotiate LTAs/MOUs for capacity and pricing; drive supply flexibility and supplier qualification; manage supplier performance evaluations and segmentation; apply AI tools for spend analytics and risk monitoring.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
