Category Manager

at  Agilent Technologies Inc

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for the category management of Agilent manufacturing materials, components, equipment and/or services in accordance with supply chain optimization and management objectives.
• Coordinates material sourcing for new product introduction (NPI) projects, in collaboration with R&D and Marketing.
• Establishes and manages supplier relationships including negotiating contracts and prices, monitoring supplier performance (using TQRDCE) and researching/selecting/analyzing the market supply base.
• May manage contract manufacturer (CM) or original design manufacturer (ODM) relationships to ensure best total cost of ownership, availability and inventory optimization.
• May be responsible for contributing to or leading process improvement efforts and value add, such as in new product introduction (NPI), resourcing, supply chain improvements, risk mitigation/avoidance, commodity strategy development, cost reduction, sustainability and/or quality.
• May consider specific regulatory or compliance regulations pertaining to specific categories or products.
• May have global responsibility and/or support multiple sites.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• At least 5 years experience in category management or related roles
• Supplier management experience
• Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills to effectively collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

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