Schneider Electric is the global leader in energy management and automation. With revenues of 25 billion in FY2014, our 170,000 employees serve customers in over 100 countries, helping them to manage their energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient and sustainable. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Our connected technologies will reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives.
At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On.
We are currently seeking a professional to join Schneider Electric as Global Category Director for Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA).
In this role, you will
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- Lead the global commodity team with an annual spend of over 800M, and a global team of 8 sourcing professionals
- Work across the regional leadership teams to support their requirements within the global context.
- Create, own and implement a supplier base strategy to create lasting competitive advantage to Schneider Electric
- Work with the peers in NPI to maximally leverage new design awards
- Assess and manage the supplier base to ensure flawless execution in terms of quality, supply chain, financial risk and contractual discipline.
- Deliver on all operational and strategic KPI.
- Create leverage to increase contract coverage
- Assess and manage multiple risk factors along the supply chain, e.g. currency risks, supply risks, regulatory risks, etc.
- Recruit, develop and mentor a strong team and drive succession planning for key roles including this Director position.
- Be accountable for strategic relationship building with key PCB / PCBA vendors & distributors
What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
- At least 10 years of supply chain and procurement global working experience in leadership position with large OEM branded companies (preferred)
- BSc/MSc in Electronics or Electrical Engineering is a plus
- Working experience in R&D is a plus
- Must be able and willing to demonstrate an understanding of how the PCB PCBA industry works, how the industry and investment cycles work and have a clear view on OEM behaviors to be successful in building strategic relationships with semiconductor vendors
- Proven track record in managing C-suite stakeholders, and the ability to concisely brief stakeholders before key meetings while maintaining accountability
- Successful strategic relationship building skills
- Stress resistant
- High performance standards
- Great coaching skills and an intrinsic desire to make your team grow
Let us learn about you! Apply today.
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
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When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
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36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
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