Eatonu2019s Corporate Sector division is currently seeking a Regional Category Manager Mechanical Assemblies u0026 Stampings- Electrical Sector NA. ## What youu2019ll do: Job Summary
Our supply chain management team creates bottom-line impact by driving cost management and operational benefits. Within our supply chain, the Regional Category Manager - Mechanical Assemblies and Stampings leads the development and deployment of the regional category strategy for Mechanical Assemblies for Electrical Sector Americas. This role also supports critical initiative, special projects and commercial management of some vendors for Stampings. In this role, you will drive towards optimal conditions (cost, commercial, working capital, quality, delivery, resiliency, innovation, VAVE) for both businesses in the assigned categories by leveraging synergies across businesses and driving the u201c One Supply Chainu201d philosophy. #Li-SL4 Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. Itu2019s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potentialu2014and where you can help us reach ours."
Job Responsibilities
u2022 You will support development of and deploy strategic initiatives to facilitate cross-business synergies across a rationalized set of global and regional preferred supplier partners.
u2022 You will negotiate and manage key strategic supplier contracts and relationships.
u2022 You will review, approve, monitor and report compliance to category agreements and strategies based upon Eaton SCM strategic directions.
u2022 You will lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for approximately $20 M Spend of Mechanical Assemblies and $10 M- u00a715 M Spend of Stampings (under guidance from NA Stampings Category Manager) for the NA Electrical Sector. You will drive category performance toward optimal conditions (cost, commercial, working capital, quality, delivery, resiliency, and VAVE) by leveraging synergies across businesses and driving the u201c One Eatonu201d philosophy through collaboration with business stakeholders.




u2022 You will plan, prepare and execute annual profit planning for the owned spend, and support execution with the business cross-functional teams.
u2022 You will lead Supplier Business Reviews with strategic suppliers annually.
u2022 You will identify potential financial and operational threats to the business and develop and deploy proactive supplier risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity.
u2022 You will facilitate the cross-functional team in effectively managing financially distressed supplier situations with high visibility to senior leadership.
u2022 You will support stamping sourcing activities in Mexico. ## Qualifications: Education level required Basic Qualifications
u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or Business Administration from an accredited institution Preferred Qualifications
u2022 Professional Supply Chain related certification (e.g. CPM, CPIM)
u2022 MBA or Masteru2019s degree in Supply Chain from an accredited institution Years and area of experience required Basic Qualifications
u2022 Minimum 2 yearsu0027 professional experience in Procurement or a minimum of 3 yearsu0027 professional experience in Supply Chain or Operations
u2022 No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
u2022 2-3 yearsu2019 professional negotiating experience in a global business environment
u2022 2-3 yearsu2019 professional experience with accountability across multiple manufacturing facilities Technical knowledge Position Criteria
u2022 Knowledge of the stampings/sheet metal /assembly processes and Industries, and ability to identify technology and economical trends within the category




u2022 Demonstrates knowledge and experience in successfully deploying category strategies and driving cost-out.
u2022 Creative thinking skills to produce new approaches in category management and implement emerging tools
u2022 Demonstrates knowledge and experience facilitating cross-functional teams in projects / programs posing significant financial / operational impact to the business with high visibility to senior leadership. ## Skills: Soft skills Position Criteria
u2022 Communication, customer service and interpersonal skills necessary to converse with senior management, suppliers, operations and SCM personnel
u2022 Ability to coordinate cross-functional / general teams
u2022 Ability to influence and drive effective organizational change across impacted regions/businesses
u2022 Ability to drive results via fact-based negotiations
u2022 Ability to manage cost-out projects against scope, schedule and budget ## Organizational Chart: Supervisor
Functional Manager (if applicable): Josh Rosswog (Category Manager Stampings NA)
Incumbent (if applicable)
Peers (if applicable)
Direct Reports (if applicable):
No direct reports
Indirect/Functional Reports (if applicable) ## Dimensions: Scope of Responsibilities: Local, regional, etc. u2022 Primarily focused on managing Mechanical Assemblies Spend for the Electrical Sector (except GEIS) NA and driving key initatives for Stampings category. The person in this role will also collaborate with peers of other sectors worldwide and Category Managers/Projects within GPO Team.
u2022 The total Mechanical Assembly spend is around~$20 M spread at over 100 vendors. Stampings scope : around $10 M-$15 M spend associated.
u2022 Responsible for facilitating the cross-functional team to effectively manage financially distressed supplier situations with high visibility to senior leadership.
Record any measurable statistics which the position impacts** u2022 Over 2 B$ revenus impacted. KSI for the role = cost out, price increase mitigation, WC improvement, Resiliency, OTD, DPPM, Contract Coverage, Delivery lead times, Escalations support. How many employees does this position have responsibility for (span of control)?

📌 Regional category manager mechanical assemblies & stampings- electrical sector na (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Eaton
📍 Ciudad de México