Category Specialist - Indirect

At **ABB**, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. **This position reports to:** Procurement Manager \_\_ In this role you will play a critical strategic role in supporting development, implementation, and optimization of regional and global sourcing strategies. This 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 #LI-onsite This role is contributing to the Electrification Smart Power in Senatobia, MS. ## **Job Responsibilities:** - 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 ## **Job Qualifications** - BS degree in Business, Engineering, or relevant fields. - 5 years plus experience in procurement working experience at a minimum of one of these categories: thermoplastic, thermoset plastic, metal, and copper electrical components experience. - Knowledge of SAP AMSAP, SAP Torque, PowerBI, Microsoft Office and the Electrification market - Data analytics experience is a plus - Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US. ## **Why ABB?** **Why ABB?** 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 at ABB. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- 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. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762. Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by s…