EMS Category Manager

The role of AMC Category Manager in the America and Canada Regions is responsible to support the regional/global sourcing initiatives focused on optimizing costs, quality, delivery and reliability of suppliers under the leadership of the Global Category Manager EMS & Electronics or independently if under a defined threshold. Ensure execution in accordance with Company, Procurement and Supply Base Management instructions and procedures
The work model for the role is: Hybrid with on-site location in Houston, TX, Bartlesville, OK or Quebec #LI-Hybrid
You will be mainly accountable for:

• Define, plan and lead regional sourcing strategies execution in alignment with the global EMS category strategy, delivering on cost reduction, localization, dual/resourcing initiatives, and ensuring cross-functional alignment with SCM, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Operations.
• Own supplier relationship management (SRM) and Risk Management: Lead SRM efforts with the EMS vendors to drive performance, continuous improvement, and innovation; proactively manage risk by executing mid- and long-term mitigation plans, addressing component shortages, and geopolitical and regulatory impacts.
• Plan and Lead Negotiations & Commercial Excellence: Manage complex negotiations to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO), including pricing, cost avoidance, payment terms, lead times, and service levels — ensuring commercial competitiveness and contract compliance.
• Drive Financial Planning & Category Performance: Lead budgeting and forecasting for EMS spend, including NMI baseline accountability, and report on savings, supplier development, and performance KPIs in collaboration with the regional stakeholders as part of a disciplined performance management cadence.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the role

• A Bachelor or Master Degree in Engineering (preferred Electronics, electrical or related field), Production/Operations management, Supply Chain
• 8+ years years of experience in a similar position (experience in a production company will be an asset) or in in sourcing and supply chain management, working as category buyer, category responsible for EMS, Electronics, Electrical Mechanical Devices companies of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain — with at least 3 years focused on EMS or Electronics in a regional or global scope and in Category management.
• Knowledge of SAP Ariba, Silicon Expert, IHS Market Software and familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., USMCA, RoHS, ITAR).
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills — able to collaborate cross-functionally across regions and time zones.
• Bias for action and ability to operate in fast-paced, matrixed environments. Strong problem-solving skills and resilience in managing supplier escalations and disruptions
• Fluent in English, written and oral.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger

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.

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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan. 
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X 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.  Ability to “buy-up” 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 and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions 
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.