EMS Category Manager

The role of EMS Category Manager is responsible to support the regional/global sourcing initiatives focused on optimizing costs, quality, delivery and reliability of suppliers under the leadership of the Global Category Manager EMS & Electronics or independently if under a defined threshold. Ensure execution in accordance with Company, Procurement and Supply Base Management instructions and procedures

The work model for the role is: Hybrid with on-site location in Shanghai CN, or Tokio JP #LI-Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Define, plan and lead regional sourcing strategies execution in alignment with the global EMS category strategy, delivering on cost reduction, localization, dual/resourcing initiatives, and ensuring cross-functional alignment with SCM, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Operations.

• Own supplier relationship management (SRM) and Risk Management: Lead SRM efforts with the EMS vendors to drive performance, continuous improvement, and innovation; proactively manage risk by executing mid- and long-term mitigation plans, addressing component shortages, and geopolitical and regulatory impacts.

• Plan and Lead Negotiations & Commercial Excellence: Manage complex negotiations to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO), including pricing, cost avoidance, payment terms, lead times, and service levels — ensuring commercial competitiveness and contract compliance.

• Drive Financial Planning & Category Performance: Lead budgeting and forecasting for EMS spend, including NMI baseline accountability, and report on savings, supplier development, and performance KPIs in collaboration with the regional stakeholders as part of a disciplined performance management cadence.

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

• A Bachelor or Master Degree in Engineering (preferred Electronics, electrical or related field), Production/Operations management, Supply Chain

• 8+ years years of experience in a similar position (experience in a production company will be an asset) or in in sourcing and supply chain management, working as category buyer, category responsible for EMS, Electronics, Electrical Mechanical Devices companies of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain — with at least 5 years focused on EMS or Electronics in a regional or global scope and in Category management.

• Knowledge of SAP Ariba, Silicon Expert, IHS Market Software and familiarity with compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., USMCA, RoHS, ITAR).

• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and commercial acumen.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills — able to collaborate cross-functionally across regions and time zones.

• Bias for action and ability to operate in fast-paced, matrixed environments. Strong problem-solving skills and resilience in managing supplier escalations and disruptions

• Fluent in English, written and oral.