Eaton’s Corporate Division is currently seeking a Regional Category Manager: Non-Ferrous Metals (Copper-Americas) to join our team. Remote work is available. Position Overview: The Regional Category Manager-Aluminum (NA, LAM, SA) role develops long term category strategic planning, creates category metrics and ensures category strategies are aligned, deployed and meet the requirements of Supply Chain Management across the Eaton Enterprise. Total spend is approx. $290M approx. 3000 SKU's. Business Strategy includes Eaton Divisions along with recent acquisitions (RPS, PDI, etc.). Our supply chain management team creates a bottom-line impact by driving cost management and operational benefits. Within our supply chain, the Regional Category Manager will drive towards optimal conditions (resiliency, cost, contractual, quality, delivery, innovation, VAVE) for the Copper category by leveraging synergies across businesses and driving the “One Supply Chain” philosophy. 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 and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this function you will: Establish and lead supply chain teams in developing strategies to leverage Eaton’s Enterprise buy, generate cost-outcome results, reduce supply base and improve quality and service performance. Ensures that key metrics for the procurement function (Cost Out, DPO, Diversity Spend, etc.) are achieved according to Business Profit Plans. Initiate, develop and execute enterprise strategic initiatives to facilitate cross-business synergies and increased leverage across a rationalized set of global preferred supplier partners. Negotiate and manage key strategic supplier contracts and relationships Establish, review, approve, monitor and report compliance to category agreements and strategies based upon Eaton SCM strategic directions. Lead the category to develop innovative business solutions, forecasts and category projections to understand and manage economics, risks, and market drivers. Reviews both economic and market trends and advises the businesses on best sourcing strategies for assigned categories. Present to senior management new planning tools, methods, technical analysis, standards and procurement opportunities that are aligned with SCM/Eaton strategic plans and cost reduction initiatives. Lead appropriate regional teams for supporting and managing supply chain strategic and operational goals and objectives. Identify and implement innovative solutions to business problems, independently and through high performance cross-functional teams. Benchmark procurement processes to develop and implement best practices throughout Eaton and Supply Chain Management. Create alignment between corporate, supplier diversity and business unit strategic and financial plans. You will create and development site intimacy with key customers and stakeholders in the decision making process Lead the team in conducting Supplier Business Reviews with top 20 strategic suppliers on a regular basis annually and execute the negotiation calendar to negotiate strategic spend annually. Drive Eaton’s Go Green process to meet Enterprise goals and understand market gap available in category through Ariba RFQs, E-Auctions, Should Cost, Supplier Total Waste Elimination Events and market intelligence Work closely with assigned category suppliers and Eaton manufacturing facilities to make sure that Eaton plants are supplied at all times at the most competitive price. Why work at Eaton? We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution At least 8 years of Procurement (Purchasing) work experience. Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future Preferred qualifications: MBA and/or advanced degree preferred but not required Background in Copper category management. Clear understanding of cost drivers and industry best purchasing practices. Position Criteria: Strategic Thinking Negotiation Data/Contract Management Presentation and Influencing Skills Self-direction and Self-motivation. Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary range for this role is $110,625 - $162,250. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. At Eaton, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. In addition to a competitive base salary, Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits at a Glance. 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. Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges, and doing what’s best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries. 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 have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above. Job: Supply Chain / Logistics Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Manager Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Remote Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time