ProcureAbility is the leading provider of procurement and supply chain services, offering advisory, managed services, digital, and staffing and recruiting solutions. For 30 years, we have focused exclusively on helping clients elevate their procurement function.

We combine leading methodologies, analytics, market intelligence, and industry benchmarks with our uniquely flexible and customizable service delivery model. Global organizations of all sizes trust ProcureAbility to transform their procurement operations, drive growth, and reimagine what’s possible.

Industry: Business Consulting and Services
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

ProcureAbility

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**Our international electronics client has an immediate position **. **Expectation is to be in the Chicago office occasionally. LOOKING FOR CATEGORY MANAGERS OR PROCUREMENT MANAGERS. CONSULTANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. **

**Salary is up to $125K- $150K **

**Incentive Bonus Plans **

**Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 401K **

**10 Paid Holidays **

**Generous Paid Time Off Packages **

**Employee Stock Purchase Plan **

**Paid Parental & Family Leave **

- Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, including leading competitive bidding processes (RFx), negotiating favorable terms and conditions, and managing contract lifecycle. Secure optimal pricing, quality, and service levels.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

- Conduct regular performance reviews and manage supplier performance to meet business objectives.

- Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives, process improvements, and best practices.

- Track and report on key performance indicators to demonstrate the value delivered.

- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, from individual contributors to senior leadership, to understand business requirements and align procurement strategies with overall organizational goals. Present confidently and persuasively.

- Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from negotiation and execution to renewal and termination. Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

- Develop and manage budgets, forecast spend, and analyze financial data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements

- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

- Proven cost reduction expertise.

- Strong budget planning skills.

**Requirements **

Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years sourcing and procurement for Electromechanical and/or Electronic Components.**RESUMES MUST CONTAIN DEATILS OF THE TYPES OF ACTIVE AND/ OR PASSIVE COMPONENTS AND THE ANNUAL SPEND. **

Proficiency in MS Office / Google Documents, Advance MS Excel / Google Sheets skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Contract and risk management

Supplier relations performance

Procurement Category Manager- Electronic Components

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