Indirect EMEA – MRO Category Manager The location is flexible within one of the main Eaton offices in EMEA. Would you like to make a difference to the environment? Do you want to work for a global and ethical company?  Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. We make what matters work. To find out more about us check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E  The primary function of the EMEA MRO Category Manager is to develop and implement a strategy to achieve the KPIs defined in the Profit Plan for the region (Category 1 savings, DPO, Supplier reduction, etc...). Responsibilities including supplier sourcing, data management, contract management, supplier negotiation/performance and continuous improvement in compliance with Eaton’s policies/procedures that meet the company’s goals/objectives. The regional spend responsibility is circa $90M with approx 3800 suppliers The EMEA MRO Category Manager will be responsible to manage the development of commodity strategies in collaboration with the International Purchase Office (IPO) and key stakeholders which satisfy business requirements. Regular functional stakeholder reviews, Steering Committee presentations to the regional leadership team are key elements of the internal relationship management. Responsible to manage the designated commodities utilizing the IPO strategic sourcing and supplier management process. Responsible to aggregate and leverage regional & global spend where applicable. Responsible to develop supplier contracts and supplier relationships that maximize value and minimize risk for Eaton ensuring compliant use of Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM). Responsible for the maintenance and reporting of cost out via GPS (Global Procurement SharePoint) and Cost Out Database (CODB). Manage and report SPIR’s (Supplier Price Increase Requests). Monthly reporting via SCM Whitebook. Job Responibilities Responsible KPIs; Category 1 savings, SPIR / economics management, DPO / Supply Chain Finance roll out, Supplier reduction / tail management roll out, Purchasing Catalogues deployment. All KPIs are aligned with the IPO and the regional hierarchy via the Talenthub tool. Use the Talenhub platform to regularly review team's performance and provide feedback. Develop knowledge and engagement across MRO categories with close collaboration with all stakeholders. This role will establish and build internal relationships within the region and Corporate stakeholders to clearly understand material and service requirements. Regular engagement with Indirect team peers especially the Country Buyers to discuss ideas and project implementation. Regular travel (approx 25% of time) required to all significant sites to understand scope and improve stakeholder engagement Lead the supplier market analysis and ensure supplier qualifications for RFQ’s which demonstrate TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) for Eaton. Monitor and act upon regional and global economics related to this category, especially wage and scrap metal indexes Build performance based supplier relationships that lead to optimal pricing, quality improvements, process improvements and delivery of world class solutions. Responsible to approve new supplier adds and also any reduced pay terms requested to vendor master data Communicate with SCM and Corporate on supplier value propositions and supplier performance metrics which enable continuous improvement initiatives and actions. Maintain a sufficient amount of projects to enable metric achievement - categorise these into priority and make regular follow up Develop reporting data including CODB, GPS and Insights. Alignment with functional areas to ensure the cost savings and cost mitigation related to sourcing and supplier management activities are appropriately recognized in terms of financial performance. Implement master services contracts in accordance with regulatory and legal department’s requirements. Embrace the Eaton Business System (EBS) tools when driving sourcing events. Navigate challenging situations, win concessions without damaging relationships, and settle internal and external differences with a minimum of conflict, while being forceful, diplomatic, gaining trust and respect. Qualifications Requirements Bachelor degree: Math’s, Engineering, Business or a closely related subject 5+ years in SCM, Category management, Purchasing or a closely related role Possess knowledge of the various Manufacturing related categories and EPR system processes e.g. SAP Mechanical and Electrical component technical knowedge or interest is an advantage Excellent SCM sourcing and supplier management process and deployment knowledge Strong experience in complex project management including but not limited to multi-country/regional scope and cross-functional coordination Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills necessary to influence a large and diverse group of stakeholders including senior management, engineers, operations, finance and supply chain management personnel. Strong negotiation skills, knowledge, and experience Expertise in negotiating/interpreting legal terms and conditions Desktop analytics (Excel and PowerPoint skills) Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks globally Demonstrated leadership capabilities required Presentation skills essential Soft skills Ability and willingness to objectively tackle complex high-level operational challenges using a practical combination of traditional and innovative methods. Strategic (macro) perspective when analysing trends or planning for the future. Professional presence with the confidence and leadership ability to convey need and vision at all levels. Strong collaborative bias towards recognizing and assembling the right team to accomplish objectives. Self-directing, self-motivated Global mindset, systematic thinking Strategic thinker and results oriented Skilled in extended-team management and able to drive consensus decisions globally #LI-LP2 What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time