Supply Specialist

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We are now looking for a Supply Specialist to join our Process Control Platform unit in Process Automation business. You will be a key person in executing purchasing and supply strategies that support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and delivery reliability of suppliers and supplied products. In this role you'll collaborate closely with suppliers, internal customers, R&D and other internal and external stakeholders.


Your responsibilities
Managing global Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) and direct materials suppliers (for Operations Centre), EMS and major suppliers sourcing strategy development.
Developing new strategies like, second source / dual sourcing, VMI etc.
Early involvement in new product developments, Gate process, etc. to insure the “should be” product prices.
Driving all kind of possible price reduction, contract management and negotiating in terms with EMS suppliers and other vendors.
Ownership of Supply Chain KPIs - OTD, Payment Terms and OPEX project targets.
Applying and implementing Procurement and Logistics standards, tools and processes in the area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost and sustainability.
Delivering and participating in training programs as required for compliance and professional development.
Standardizing processes and implementing routines as per Group directives/instructions.



Your background
3-5 years Procurement and Supply Chain experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably from the EMS or Electronics industry
Minimum BA/BS Engineering or Associates Degree
Proficiency with MS Office
Excellent negotiation, communication and project management skills
Fluency in English



More about us
Our Process Automation business offers a range of solutions for process and hybrid industries, including our industry-specific integrated automation, electrification and digital solutions, control technologies, software and advanced services, as well as measurement & analytics, marine and turbocharging offerings. Process Automation is #2 in the market globally. Based on its deep domain knowledge, experience and expertise in delivering world-class automation products, systems and solutions, a wide area of complimenting digital and collaborative solutions across applications and sectors, the Process Automation business helps customers remain competitive, improving their ROI and running safe and productive operations.
Recruiting Manager Grigorijus Sevcenko, +370-52 73 83 00, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Magdalena Forsberg, +4621-34 47 19; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4621-34 23 25; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +4621-34 02 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Therese Ideblad, +46 725-53 80 40.
We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.