Director Strategic Procurement – Equipment

Job Summary The Category Director leads strategic and operational management of assigned categories, driving sourcing projects, supplier strategies, and value creation. This senior role mentors Buyers and collaborates with Procurement, Engineering, R&D, and Operations to align with business goals.

Responsibilities Lead strategic negotiations for supplier agreements using industry knowledge, total cost of ownership (TCO) insights, and risk analysis to secure optimal terms Influence stakeholders to adopt strategic sourcing approaches that align with long-term business objectives Engage early in New Product Introduction (NPI), technology evaluation, and capacity expansion projects to ensure procurement alignment Analyze cost breakdowns, market trends, and benchmarking data to identify cost-saving and value-enhancing opportunities Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards throughout sourcing activities Develop and renew supplier contracts in collaboration with internal stakeholders and legal teams to maintain alignment and mitigate risks Mentor Buyers and contribute to procurement capability building through knowledge sharing and cross-site collaboration Manage cross-functional initiatives to drive category management excellence and supplier performance improvements Utilize MS Office, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and e-sourcing tools to support procurement processes and data analysis

Preferred competencies and qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business; MBA preferred 7–10 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management, preferably in manufacturing, semiconductor, or equipment-intensive industries Advanced negotiation and supplier management skills demonstrated through successful strategic supplier engagements Strong analytical skills with expertise in TCO, cost modeling, and financial analysis Effective communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels Willingness to travel domestically or internationally (10–20%)

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