Global Electronics Sourcing Leader

Eaton; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Global Category Manager - Electronics to develop and execute global category strategies aligned with Eaton's objectives across a $600M spend portfolio. The role drives value through strategic sourcing, supplier optimization, cost productivity, risk mitigation, and supply continuity.

The position reports to Eaton's Global Purchasing Organization, requiring leadership across operations, engineering, and commercial teams, with responsibilities for KPI delivery and enterprise

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 10 years of electronics manufacturing or sourcing experience.
• No relocation; reside within a 50 mile radius of specified sites.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead global category and sourcing strategies to drive cost out, DPO, working capital, and service performance.
• Develop and execute enterprise sourcing initiatives to increase leverage and cost savings.
• Negotiate and manage strategic supplier contracts to maximize value and mitigate risk.
• Define and govern category strategies using market intelligence and RFQs/e-auctions.
• Guide regional and cross-functional teams toward procurement and transformation goals.
• Drive supplier performance management, reviews, and strategic negotiations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Data/contract management

Presentation and influencing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Eaton is seeking a Global Category Manager - Electronics to develop and execute global category strategies aligned with Eaton's objectives across a $600M spend portfolio. The role drives value through strategic sourcing, supplier optimization, cost productivity, risk mitigation, and supply continuity.

The position reports to Eaton's Global Purchasing Organization, requiring leadership across operations, engineering, and commercial teams, with responsibilities for KPI delivery and enterprise