Global Category Manager EMS - Business Line Analytical

Take the lead in shaping the global sourcing strategy for the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) category within a global analytical business environment. As Global Category Manager, you will drive strategic procurement initiatives, optimize the supplier base, and strengthen supply chain resilience across international operations. This senior individual contributor role offers significant ownership and the opportunity to translate global category strategy into measurable business results. Working closely with factories and local, regional, and global stakeholders, you will align sourcing priorities with operational and commercial objectives. You will lead supplier negotiations, manage key partnerships, and identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability. This is an opportunity to influence a critical procurement category, build long-term supplier capabilities, and deliver tangible impact in a collaborative, execution-focused environment.

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, global procurement, or category management, ideally within Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS), Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), or the broader electronics manufacturing industry.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute global category strategies, translating strategic plans into practical initiatives and measurable results.

• Strong understanding of supplier management, sourcing processes, procurement planning, and supply chain optimization.

• Experience managing complex supplier relationships and negotiating commercial agreements, pricing structures, and contractual terms.

• Ability to assess supplier capabilities and capacity while balancing cost, quality, delivery, risk, and sustainability considerations.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align manufacturing sites, local teams, regional functions, and global leadership around shared objectives.

• Financial and analytical capabilities, including budget management, savings forecasting, cost analysis, and performance reporting.

• Data-driven approach to decision-making, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, combined with a collaborative and pragmatic working style.

• Ability to work independently, take ownership of strategic initiatives, and remain hands-on in execution within a global business environment.