Category Manager

ABB High Power Category Management Role

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This position reports to :

Supply Chain Manager - System Drives

In this role you will be responsible for Category Management at ABB High Power in New Berlin, WI, where you will be a key member of the Supply Chain Management team. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you will develop, plan and implement sourcing and procurement strategy focused on optimizing costs, quality, delivery and reliability of suppliers and supplied products & services to ensure an exceptional supply base is developed and maintained to ensure material availability and service levels to support local business and customer needs.

The work model for the role is : Hybrid, in New Berlin, WI.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Implement effective sourcing strategies in line with local and global business and category strategies.

Ensure suppliers have the capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements.

Supplier selection and performance : TCO Savings, Payment terms, OTD, Quality, lead time, budget target settings, and follow up for continuous improvement.

Provide and maintain standard terms in purchase contracts / terms and conditions in line with Company directives and guidelines.

Design and implement cost-out programs and / or processes to reach annual savings and operational cost reduction targets.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the Role

Education in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations or equivalent with 5+ years of work experience.

Proficiency with software applications such as MS-Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.). Experience with SAP and Ariba SSS preferred.

Knowledge about electrical components and their manufacturing processes preferred.

Strong data analytics with Continuous Improvement mindset.

Demonstrated negotiation skills in a multicultural, global business environment.

A collaborative, solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills.

Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for You

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites :

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

• Choice between two medical plan options : A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options : Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability up to 26 weeks Company paid
• Long Term Disability 60% of pay Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2 / 3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Parental Leave up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental / behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility / adoption
• Employee discount program

401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions

Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

More about us

We are global market leader in mission-critical high-power, high-performance motors, drives, generators, power conversion and packaged solutions. Every day, we make a difference for our customers by making their operations profitable, safe, and reliable.