Category Manager - Events

Analog Devices Foundation

Wilmington, MA, USA
Base: $75,200 to $103,400; bonus: discretionary pe...
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3-5 years procurement experience
Marketing or events category expertise
Supplier negotiation and rfp management
Analog Devices is seeking a Category Manager for their Indirect Procurement team, focusing on the Marketing and Events category. The role involves strategic management of supplier relationships, market intelligence, and stakeholder collaboration to optimize spend and achieve savings targets

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing a significant pool of spend for the Events category with global responsibility across multiple end markets.
  • Candidates will partner with internal stakeholders to define category strategies and lead supplier negotiations to achieve maximum value.
  • The position offers competitive compensation including a discretionary performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits like medical, vision, dental, and 401k.

Matching Summary

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Analog Devices is seeking a Category Manager for their Indirect Procurement team, focusing on the Marketing and Events category. The role involves strategic management of supplier relationships, market intelligence, and stakeholder collaboration to optimize spend and achieve savings targets.

Salary

Base: $75,200 to $103,400; Bonus: Discretionary performance-based; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401k, paid vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3-5 years procurement experience
  • Marketing or Events category expertise
  • Supplier negotiation and RFP management
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with SAP or Oracle MRP systems
  • Background in the semiconductor industry
  • Familiarity with Service Agreements and SOWs
  • Understanding of cost modeling and financial acumen
  • Ability to adapt to dynamic environments

Key Requirements

  • BS/MS degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Industrial Engineering
  • US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required for export control compliance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or US Permanent Resident status

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