Category Specialist - Indirect

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Procurement Manager

In this role you will play a critical strategic role in supporting the development, implementation, and optimization of regional and global sourcing strategies. The position works closely with regional and global category leaders and key stakeholders to drive procurement excellence. You will be responsible for managing the full supplier lifecycle from onboarding and contract negotiation to evaluation and performance reporting.

The work model for the role is onsite. This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power in Senatobia, MS.

• Collaborate with regional and global category leaders to develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives
• Create and maintain local contract amendments and frame agreements; conduct periodic reviews to ensure competitive terms and conditions
• Conduct benchmark studies to support sourcing initiatives and category decisions
• Lead regional sourcing initiatives within assigned categories and supplier spend thresholds
• Negotiate agreements with key suppliers; manage price list updates and renewal cycles
• Onboard new suppliers in coordination with local procurement teams; conduct regular supplier evaluations and performance reporting to stakeholders
• Communicate sourcing plans, supplier insights, and category performance across internal teams and business units to support cross-functional alignment

• BS degree in Business, Engineering, or relevant fields
• 5+ years of procurement experience in one of the following categories: thermoplastic, thermoset plastic, metal, or copper electrical components
• Knowledge of SAP AMSAP, SAP Torque, PowerBI, Microsoft Office, and the Electrification market
• Data analytics experience is a plus
• Must already have a work authorization that permits employment in the US

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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.

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan or a High Deductible Health Plan with an HSA called the High Deductible Plan
• Choice between two dental plan options:
  Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company‑paid life insurance (2× base pay)
• Company‑paid AD&D (1× 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; optional purchase 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, virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off: ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non‑exempt positions. Salaried exempt positions receive vacation under a permissive time‑away policy.

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