Global Category Manager Application-Specific Integrated Circuit 1214422

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

Who We Are

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

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 believe in collaboration, innovation, and creating opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers.

Job Description

Job Family Definition

Responsible for the execution of commodity and category strategies worldwide. Executes company procurement strategies, policies, and tactics required to achieve business objectives.

Ensures execution of procurement channel and category strategies in support of internal company projects and third-party products and services when incorporated into 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 continuity and assurance of supply; maintain service levels; meet business requirements; and mitigate risk. Responsibilities may also include inventory management.

At the non-exempt level, the role 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 by providing direction and guidance for 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, including leading or participating in cross-functional teams.
• Focuses on development activities and the introduction of 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 activities, focusing on improving existing areas while exercising significant independent judgment.
• Works across cross-functional teams to develop solutions and maintain and enhance current business processes, with a focus on specific business segments.
• Provides independent strategic development, analytical expertise, and strategic support to advance 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 professional 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 requirements.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.