Procurement Category Manager

Smiths Interconnect (a Molex company)

Irving, Texas, United States
Not specified; not specified; benefits include med...
On-site
5+ years sourcing or purchasing experience
Global supplier management across apac europe americas
Rfq process and ppv activity management
Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to support global sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, excellent communication skills, and a global mindset, reflecting the company's commitment to engineering excellence and collaboration

Job Summary

  • This role supports the execution of global sourcing strategies while independently managing supplier relationships and cost-saving opportunities.
  • The team focuses on building resilient supplier networks and enabling business growth within the Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division.
  • Employees are empowered to challenge the status quo and create value through individual contributions in a diverse environment.

Matching Summary

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Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to support global sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, excellent communication skills, and a global mindset, reflecting the company's commitment to engineering excellence and collaboration.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Benefits include medical dental vision life insurance retirement paid vacation educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years sourcing or purchasing experience
  • Global supplier management across APAC Europe Americas
  • RFQ process and PPV activity management
  • Supplier performance monitoring and scorecards
  • Microsoft Office Excel Word PowerPoint proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience driving cost-reduction initiatives
  • Knowledge of international trade tariffs
  • Background in continuous improvement programs
  • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
  • Willingness to travel 15-20%

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in sourcing purchasing or buyer roles
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Business Engineering Economics or related field
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Teams and Office tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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