Global Category Specialist Power Components

ph3Questa Posizione Risponde a /h3h3Global Procurement Manager /h3pNoi di bABB /baiutiamo le industrie a operare in modo più snello e pulito, e ogni persona qui contribuisce a rendere possibile tutto questo. Avrai la possibilità di assumere un ruolo di leadership, sarai supportato nella tua crescita e sarai orgoglioso dell'impatto che creeremo insieme. Unisciti a noi per contribuire a far funzionare ciò che fa funzionare il mondo. /ph3Your Role And Responsibilities /h3pThe Global Procurement Specialist / Global Category Specialist for Power Electronics Components is a senior individual contributor responsible for developing and executing global category strategies for key power semiconductor and passive components used across ABB's power electronics product lines. The role requires deep technical knowledge of power electronics BOMs, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to manage complex, multi-site supplier relationships globally. The work model for the role is: hybrid /ph3Your Main Accountabilities Will Be To /h3ulliDefine and execute global category sourcing strategies for IGBTs, Film/Electrolytic Capacitors, SCRs, Thyristors, Displays, and Fuses. /liliLead global RFQ/RFP processes; conduct TCO analysis, cost benchmarking, and commercial negotiations with tier-1 and strategic semiconductor suppliers. /liliDevelop and maintain long-term agreements (LTAs) and global frame contracts with key suppliers (e.g. Infineon, ABB Semiconductors, Vishay, KYOCERA, Eaton, Littelfuse, etc.). /liliManage supplier qualification and onboarding in collaboration with Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) and RD teams. /liliAnalyse global spend, supplier concentration, and market trends; develop dual-source and multi-source strategies to mitigate supply risk. /liliMonitor power semiconductor market dynamics (silicon, SiC, GaN), component lifecycle, and obsolescence management; implement last-time-buy strategies. /liliDrive year-over-year cost savings through volume consolidation, competitive sourcing, design-to-cost, and VA/VE initiatives. /liliCollaborate with Engineering and NPI teams globally to influence component selection and ensure strategic alignment from product concept through mass production. /liliManage end-to-end contract lifecycle: drafting, review, execution, and compliance monitoring. /liliReport category performance (cost savings, OTD, quality, risk) to senior management on a regular basis. /liliSupport global sites (Bangalore, Quartino, Richmond, Frosinone, and others) in executing local procurement aligned with global category strategy. /liliEnsure full compliance with ABB procurement policies, trade-compliance requirements (export control, sanctions), and supplier sustainability (ESG) standards. /li /ulh3Key Performance Indicators /h3ulliAnnual cost savings vs. target (PPV, negotiated savings) /liliSupplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) and quality performance /liliLTA / frame contract coverage (% of category spend) /liliSingle-source risk reduction (dual-source coverage rate) /liliComponent obsolescence incidents and resolution time /liliSupplier sustainability (ESG) assessment coverage /li /ulh3Our team dynamics /h3pYou will join a dynamic team, where you will be able to thrive. /ph3Qualifications For The Role /h3ulliBachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field. /lili5–12 years of experience in strategic procurement or category management for power electronics or semiconductor components. /liliDeep technical understanding of IGBTs, thyristors, SCRs, capacitors, fuses, and display technologies used in industrial power electronics. /liliProven track record in global supplier negotiations, LTA management, and category strategy execution. /liliFamiliarity with power electronics products (drives, converters, UPS, traction, renewable energy systems) is strongly preferred. /liliExperience with SAP Ariba, Jaggaer, or similar sourcing platforms; advanced MS Excel and Power BI skills. /liliAbility and willingness to travel internationally (up to 20–30%). /liliFluent English (mandatory); Italian, German, or Spanish is an advantage depending on location. /liliProfessional certifications (CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent) are a plus. /li /ulpThis opportunity is open to candidates in multiple countries, with the final work location determined based on the selected candidate. As compensation may vary by location, we are committed to being transparent throughout the hiring process and will share details of the salary range, variable compensation and benefits package with candidates who progress to the first interview stage for a location in the European Union, covered by the EU Pay Transparency Directive. The final offer will be tailored based on your role location, experience, skills and qualifications, internal market positioning and alignment with ABB internal standards. /ppCostruire un futuro più pulito e intelligente richiede ogni tipo di mente: i curiosi, i coraggiosi e i creativi. Per questo accogliamo persone da ogni percorso e con ogni esperienza. /ppPronto a fare la differenza? /ppJR /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr