Global Category Manager - Communications IC, Retimers, PHY

About the role

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is hiring a Global Category Manager for communications IC, retimers and PHY categories. The role is defined as hybrid, with an average of two days per week spent in an HPE office. It covers execution of commodity and category strategies worldwide, procurement policies and tactics, and coordination with engineering, manufacturing and business units to maintain planned inventory levels and assure supply.

Key responsibilities

• Lead or take part in cross-functional teams on priority or new assignments with strategic implications
• Develop and execute strategic plans and initiatives across the company's businesses and/or geographies
• Introduce new processes, program solutions and methods, and lead the development of program and process solutions
• Analyze owned programs, process solutions, key metrics and process-oriented tasks, and improve them with independent judgment
• Work across cross-functional teams to maintain and enhance business processes
• Mentor and guide lower-level contributors

Required profile

• First-level university degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred
• Typically 6-10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with global procurement experience strongly preferred
• Excellent understanding of procurement processes and corporate compliance
• Strong business application skills and excellent communication skills

Required skills

• Excellent analytical and technical aptitude
• Excellent project management skills and leadership
• Mastery of English and the local language

What we offer

• Benefits supporting physical, financial and emotional wellbeing
• Programs for personal and professional development
• Inclusive workplace with flexibility to manage work and personal needs