Global Category Manager- Electrical Systems & Integrated Assemblies
Core
Develop and execute global category strategy for Electrical Systems & Integrated Assemblies to ensure cost competitiveness, supply assurance, and long-term resiliency.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Global supply agreements, capacity buffers, and risk mitigation plans for electrical components and semiconductors.
Domain
Industrial Manufacturing / Electrical Systems / Strategic Sourcing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, capacity planning, market intelligence, executive-level negotiation, risk assessment, cross-functional leadership, data analytics, should-cost modeling, supply chain resilience planning
Preferred skills
MBA, CPM/CPIM certification, switchgear/IPA/protection relays experience, NPI collaboration
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Tableau, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Sourcing Platforms
Responsibilities
Develop global semiconductor category strategy aligned to product roadmaps; Lead supplier segmentation and preferred supplier strategy; Partner with Engineering and R&D on component selection and design-to-cost; Drive supply assurance strategies including multi-sourcing and capacity buffering; Monitor datacenter market dynamics and advise on risk; Lead executive-level supplier business reviews; Execute global negotiations using should-cost models; Collaborate with Operations for supply continuity; Present category strategies to senior leadership; Drive continuous improvement in procurement tools and processes.
