Global Category Manager - Electrical & Electronics

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This position reports to:

Global Procurement & Logistics Manager

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Working as the Global Category Manager at ABB Installation Products, you will be a key team member of the procurement & logistics team to enable achieving business targets.

Reporting to the Global Head of Procurement, Installation Products, the Global Category Manager will lead the Electrical and Electronics category with a global annual spend of approx. $70 million.

The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work a hybrid-remote schedule and maintain a presence in the Hackettstown, NJ Manufacturing Facility (#LI-Hybrid). Other locations near critical ABB locations (Atlanta, GA) may be considered along with an exceptional candidate with the ability to travel as needed.

Key responsibilities for the role:

• Establish and drive category strategies that enable the achievement of Key Performance Indicators for the Electrical & Electronic parts category (annual spend approx. $70M) collaborating with cross functional groups such as R&D / Engineering, Product Management and Manufacturing.

• Lead the de-risking of supply chain for managed categories by developing strategies / initiatives to qualify alternate sources and break sole / single source dependencies, addressing any geopolitical, financial, and other risks as applicable. Also lead projects utilizing ABB Stage Gate framework to improve competitiveness in the supply base.

• Develop new sources leveraging Best Cost Country footprints. Negotiate and establish frame agreements with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, service, and inventory levels while obtaining the best terms & conditions for ABB.

• Partner with Supplier Quality to drive improvement in quality metrics while engaging actively in various project milestones (First Article Inspection - FAI, PPAP etc.).

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's degree (Master’s Degree is highly preferred) in technical, supply chain management or business field with minimum of 8 years’ experience in sourcing / supply chain / procurement (within which a minimum of 5 years should be in areas of category management, negotiations, and procurement)

• Proficiency with software applications such as MS-Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.), Power BI, SAP Ariba along with strong data management and analytical skills.

• A collaborative, solution-focused approach with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced project management skills with the ability to influence change across global operations.

• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you:

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

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While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $119,000 and $190,400 annually and is eligible for a short-term incentive plan/annual bonus.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. 

• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus

• Vision benefit

• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)

• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)

• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums

• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid

• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.

• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance

• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks

• Employee Assistance Program

• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption

• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions 

• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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