Category Manager

ABB; Apodaca; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Mexico is seeking an experienced procurement leader to develop and implement sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, delivery, and supplier reliability. You will lead negotiations, frame agreements, and drive CI/Sourcing initiatives in a manufacturing context.

The role requires 7+ years in procurement, strong supplier management skills, and bilingual English/Spanish. On-site in Cienega de Flores, Nuevo León, with exposure to NA supplier bases and import/export rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years in procurement or supply chain management in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven track record leading procurement teams and managing multiple buyers.
• Experience with strategic sourcing and supplier qualification for copper, silver and thermoset categories.
• Experience launching or scaling procurement operations in emerging markets or new facilities.
• Hands-on experience with SAP and SAP Ariba.
• Knowledge of Mexican and North America supplier base, import/export procedures, and tariff considerations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement procurement strategy focused on optimizing costs, quality, delivery, and reliability.
• Ensure execution in accordance with company, procurement, and supply base management instructions and procedures.
• Recommend frame agreements to management and execute upon approval.
• Leverage Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing to implement effective sourcing strategies.
• Manage planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets, and savings forecasts.
• Negotiate agreements with main suppliers and renew price lists and terms.
• Identify, investigate, and select suppliers focusing on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

SAP Ariba

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll 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:Global Planning & Fulfillment Manager__Your role and responsibilities (Mandatory)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: #LI-OnSiteThis role is contributing to the Electrification Business in Cienega de Flores, Nuevo Leon.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.Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.7+ years in procurement or supply chain management; experience in manufacturing or industrial environments required.Proven track record leading procurement teams and managing multiple buyers.Strong experience with strategic sourcing, supplier qualification for cooper, silver and thermoset categories management.Experience launching or scaling procurement operations in emerging markets or new facilities is a strong plus.Hands-on expertise with SAP and SAP Ariba platform.Knowledge of Mexican and North America supplier base, import/export procedures, and tariff considerations.Demonstrated ability to build supplier relationships and manage complex negotiations.Bilingual English/Spanish required; advanced analytical and communication skills.Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact?Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.