Global Category ManagerAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions.Write the next chapter of your ABB story.
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Global Category Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role you will develop, plan and implement sourcing and procurement strategy focused on optimizing costs, quality, delivery and reliability of suppliers and supplied products & services to ensure an exceptional supply base is developed and maintained to ensure material availability and service levels to support local business and customer needsThe work model for the role is: #LI-HybridYou will be mainly accountable for: •\tImplementing effective sourcing strategies in line with local and global business and category strategies while ensuring suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements•\tSupplier selection and performance: TCO Savings, Payment terms, OTD, Quality, lead time, budget target settings, and follow up for continuous improvement•\tProviding and maintaining standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines•\tDesigning and implementing cost-out programs and/or processes to reach annual savings and operational cost reduction targets

Qualifications for the role

\tBachelor’s Degree or higher with Engineering background from an accredited institution \tMinimum experience of 7 years in Global Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain management\tStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SAP and Ariba\tKnowledge of electrical systems (Transformers/Drives/Motors etc) or Plant Automation Systems (DCS, PLCs, Integrated automation cabinets, IO systems) will be an added advantage\tSound knowledge of materials engineering, metal market rates, manufacturing processes, global labor rates & manufacturing burden rates & overheads at different locations will be an added advantage\tStrong Data Analytics and Continuous Improvement mindset with demonstrated negotiation skills in a multicultural, global business environment

More about us

Our Process Automation business offers a range of solutions for process and hybrid industries, including our industry-specific integrated automation, electrification and digital solutions, control technologies, software and advanced services, as well as measurement & analytics, marine and turbocharging offerings. Process Automation is #2 in the market globally.Based on its deep domain knowledge, experience and expertise in delivering world-class automation products, systems and solutions, a wide area of complimenting digital and collaborative solutions across applications and sectors, the Process Automation business helps customers remain competitive, improving their ROI and running safe and productive operations.We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStoryIt has come to our attention that the name of ABB is being used for asking candidates to make payments for job opportunities (interviews, offers). Please be advised that ABB makes no such requests. All our open positions are made available on our career portal for all fitting the criteria to apply. ABB does not charge any fee whatsoever for recruitment process. Please do not make payments to any individuals / entities in connection to recruitment with ABB, even if is claimed that the money is refundable. ABB is not liable for such transactions. For current open positions you can visit our career website https://global.abb/group/en/careers and apply. Please refer to detailed recruitment fraud caution notice using the link https://global.abb/group/en/careers/how-to-apply/fraud-warning