Global EMS/PCBA Strategy & Sourcing Leader

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 119,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Global Category Manager to own the EMS/PCBA category within the Analytical Business Line. This senior IC role shapes the global strategy and supply base across local, regional, and global teams to build a resilient, cost-optimized supply chain.

You will lead sourcing strategies, negotiate with key suppliers, manage budgets and savings forecasts, and drive cost-out programs to meet financial targets while ensuring supplier quality and delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and category management.
• Experience in EMS/PCBA or electronics manufacturing.
• Ability to build and execute global strategies with cross-functional teams.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management.
• Data-driven mindset with stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the global strategy for the EMS/PCBA category across ABB's Analytical Business Line.
• Lead sourcing strategies using the CIPS process to ensure capable supply base.
• Negotiate agreements, renew price lists, and manage terms and conditions.
• Manage procurement planning, budgets, savings forecasts, and cost-out programs.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers focusing on quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
• Provide ongoing contract management and oversight with suppliers.
• Ensure all parties understand and execute the strategy and targets.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Tools

CIPS process

Job description

ABB is seeking a Global Category Manager to own the EMS/PCBA category within the Analytical Business Line. This senior IC role shapes the global strategy and supply base across local, regional, and global teams to build a resilient, cost-optimized supply chain.

You will lead sourcing strategies, negotiate with key suppliers, manage budgets and savings forecasts, and drive cost-out programs to meet financial targets while ensuring supplier quality and delivery.