Category Management Direct Manager

1 week ago

Thāne, Maharashtra, India Vertiv Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

The Category Management Direct Manager at Vertiv India leads material strategies for EMS, ODM, and Electronics/Electrical commodities, ensuring alignment with Global Procurement and business units. The role focuses on supply chain optimization, including material productivity, inventory turnover, lead time reduction, and supplier development to enhance financial performance and customer delivery. Additionally, the manager supports plants with material shortages, oversees supplier compliance with trade and ESG regulations, and drives system tool implementation. Reporting to the Sr. Manager Procurement India Electronics, this position is key to Vertiv India's overall success.

Commodity Manager – Vertiv India

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Develop & execute sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Manage supplier relationships to optimize quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Lead cross-functional teams for supply chain improvements & efficiency.
  • Ensure ESG compliance & trade regulations in supplier selection.
  • Oversee contracts & fair business practices with suppliers.
  • Drive localization efforts & procurement strategies for EMS/electronics.
  • Track & optimize supply chain performance, ensuring on-time delivery.
  • Conduct market analysis & implement cost-saving initiatives.

Job Specifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
  • 8–10 years of experience in procurement or engineering projects in EMS/electronics.
  • Experience with China & Indian EMS suppliers.
  • Proficiency in Smartsheet & collaboration tools.
  • Certified Project Manager preferred.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, forecast completion timelines & lead teams.
  • Fluent in English; ability to read engineering documents in Chinese.

 Key Commodities to Handle - EMS /Electronics/ Contract manufacturing of Rack UPS and other local/Import Electronics /Electrical Commodity. 

Skills Required

  • Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Negotiation
  • Contract & Cost Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization & Data Analysis
  • Project Management & Collaboration
  • Market Research & Localization Experience

Organization Description

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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