Category Manager

Memphis, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll be empowered to lead supported to grow and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

VP Procurement US & LATAM

Your role and responsibilities:

In this role you will have the opportunity to develop plan and implement procurement strategy focused on optimizing costs quality delivery and reliability of suppliers and supplied products for an assigned category or group of categories. Each day you will ensure execution in accordance with company procurement and supply base management instructions and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by recommending frame agreements to management and executing upon approval.

The work model for the role is ideally hybrid out of one of the following ABB locations: Memphis TN; Byhalia MS; Portland TN

#LI-Hybrid

This role is contributing to the ABB Installation Products in the US & LATAM region. Main stakeholders are US operation group.

You will be mainly accountable for:

Leveraging the Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing process for implementing effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy and ensuring that the supply base/suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements.
Managing planning and tracking of procurement activities cost budgets emerging country spending and savings forecasts.
Negotiating agreements with main suppliers and periodically renews price lists and terms and conditions.
Ensuring identification investigation and selection of appropriate suppliers (focusing on quality delivery cost and sustainability) in accordance with company policies.

Our team dynamics:
You will join a talented and dynamic team where you will be able to thrive.

Qualifications for the role:

5 years of procurement or purchasing experience or supply chain management; Associate degree or BA/BS in Business Management or related field is highly preferred but not required with required work experience.
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 Excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal and negotiation skills
Solid project management skills with the ability to navigate a fast-paced global organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with track record of project management skills and attention to detail.
Track record of ability to act with integrity professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to travel an approximate 10-15%.
Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Whats in it for you:

We empower you to take the lead share bold ideas and shape real outcomes. Youll grow through hands-on experience mentorship and learning that fits your goals. Here your work doesnt 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.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant please visit the following websites: an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABBs career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1- or by sending an email to . Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicants qualifications and experience this position is expected to pay between $XX and $XX annually and is bonus eligible.

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 exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

Building a cleaner smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious the courageous and the creative. Thats why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact

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