What you'll doeaton's corporate sector division is currently seeking a es americas regional category manager - fabrications.job summaryeaton corporation is currently seeking a regional category manager, fabrication to join our team.this position is based at any eaton mexico office - preferably in mexico city mx mitikah, monterrey mx san pedro garza, queretaro corporate office, juarez mx icd, or tijuana mx electrical.within our supply chain, the regional category manager, fabrication will support the development and deployment of the global category strategy for metal fabricated components, assemblies and lugs and neutrals for the north american region.this rcm will lead the management of approximately $235m of spend to drive category performance toward optimal conditions (cost, commercial, working capital, quality, delivery, resiliency, and vave) by leveraging synergies across businesses and driving the "one eaton" philosophy through collaboration with business stakeholders, operations and centers of excellence (essp, should cost, dmp, one part, etc.).
the rcm will also be accountable for supplier relationship and performance management, leading supplier negotiations, business reviews, and resolving supply issues, and will support continuous improvement initiatives to achieve procurement excellence.job responsibilitiesworks closely with assigned electrical north america category suppliers and eaton plants to execute sourcing strategies that deliver improved resiliency and cost out to ensure supply continuity for growth and optimized pricing for sustained market competitiveness.negotiates and manages supplier contracts in accordance with na business practices and eiil contracting guidelines established by office of supply chain management.ensures that key category metrics (cost out, resiliency, working capital, contracted spend, diversity, dppm, etc.) are driven to optimal conditions.reviews economic and market trends to advise the business on optimal sourcing strategies and any changes to supplier lead times for assigned categories.maintains business relationship with suppliers and key stakeholders within eaton.ensures that a high level of quality and delivery performance is maintained by suppliers and associated partners at all times.qualificationseducation level requiredbachelor's with an m.b.a. (mba preferred)years and area of experience required5-6 years procurement experiencetechnical knowledgebackground in carbon sheet steel, stampings and/or sheet metal fabrication category management is preferred.clear understanding of sourcing process, fabrication & steel cost drivers and industry best purchasing practices.soft skillsstrategic thinking, negotiation, data/contract management, presentation and influencing skills, fluent english communicationall positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.all candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.we are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees.our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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