Global Category Manager Comm IC/Retimers/PHY 1214423

This role has been designed as Hybrid, with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from company office.

Who We Are:

The company is a global technology organization advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they operate, enabling them to turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world.

Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and provide flexibility to help employees manage their professional and personal needs. We work collaboratively, embrace innovation, and provide opportunities for employees looking to grow and develop their careers.

Job Description:

Job Family Definition:

Responsible for the execution of commodity/category strategies worldwide. Executes company procurement strategies, policies, and tactics required to achieve objectives. Ensures execution of procurement channel and category strategies in the delivery of the company’s internal projects and third-party products/services when part of customer solutions, including purchasing and buying activities.

Coordinates purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments, strategic procurement, and company business units to maintain inventories at planned levels, where applicable; ensure assurance of supply; maintain service levels; meet business requirements; and mitigate risk. May include inventory management. At the non-exempt level, may assist with establishing and maintaining the production control system.

Management Level Definition:

Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Frequently contributes to the development of new ideas and methods.

Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors. Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives.

Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance on process improvements and the establishment of policies. Frequently represents the organization to external customers and clients. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine the best methods for accomplishing work and achieving objectives. May provide mentoring and guidance to lower-level employees.

Responsibilities:

• Provides expertise for priority or new assignments with strategic implications across the organization, such as leading or participating in cross-functional teams.
• Focuses on development activities and introducing new processes, program solutions, and methods.
• Leads the development of program and/or process solutions to meet business objectives and deliver continuous improvements.
• Monitors and analyzes assigned programs, process solutions, key metrics, and process-oriented tasks and situations; focuses on improving current areas while exercising significant independent judgment.
• Works across cross-functional teams to develop solutions as well as maintain and enhance current business processes, focusing on particular segments.
• Provides independent strategic development, analytical expertise, and strategic support to drive organizational goals.
• Provides mentoring and guidance to lower-level contributors.
• Develops and executes strategic plans and initiatives across the company’s businesses and/or geographic regions.

Education and Experience Required:

• First-level university degree or equivalent experience; advanced university degree preferred.
• Typically 6–10 years of experience in a procurement or supply chain function.
• Global procurement experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Mastery of English and the applicable local language.
• Excellent understanding of procurement processes.
• Excellent analytical and technical aptitude.
• Strong business application skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent understanding of corporate compliance.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.