Category Manager - Purchasing

Analog Devices Foundation

Philippines
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid/onsite due to location)
Strategic sourcing and procurement experience
Complex commercial negotiation skills
Cross-functional project leadership
Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking a strategic Category Manager in Purchasing to oversee sourcing and supplier management for various commodities, emphasizing negotiation and data-driven decision-making. The role requires collaboration across functions and aims to enhance supplier performance while ensuring compliance with quality standards

Job Summary

  • This role leads strategic sourcing and supplier management activities for assigned commodities within a global semiconductor leader.
  • The successful candidate will drive value through complex negotiations, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous supplier performance improvement.
  • Responsibilities include owning the end-to-end supplier selection process, developing commodity strategies, and ensuring compliance with quality policies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Analog Devices, Inc. is seeking a strategic Category Manager in Purchasing to oversee sourcing and supplier management for various commodities, emphasizing negotiation and data-driven decision-making. The role requires collaboration across functions and aims to enhance supplier performance while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic sourcing and procurement experience
  • Complex commercial negotiation skills
  • Cross-functional project leadership
  • Advanced Excel and data visualization
  • Supplier performance management

Nice-to-have

  • Manufacturing or technology environment background
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills
  • Data-driven decision-making mindset
  • Attention to detail in master data accuracy

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
  • Proven experience in strategic sourcing or category management
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives

Work Rights

Not specified

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