Job Description

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.



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