Join Sonova’s Global Operations team as a Category Manager for Electronics. In this strategic role, you’ll shape our strategy, drive sustainable growth, and ensure we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. If you are passionate about technology and inspired by innovation. If you want to take ownership of dynamic electronics categories, working with world-class suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver industry-leading solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies for the electronics segments, aligned with company objectives
- Negotiate supplier contracts and quality agreements aligned with Company’s goals
- Support PCN process, coordinate with (engineering, quality, supply chain teams in managing product changes and sourcing impacts
- Deliver on planned objectives, e.g. savings and time to source
- Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities and risks
- Manage supplier relationships and segmentation to drive innovation, quality, and sustainability
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders
- Use tools like SAP, Excel, and data analysis platforms to support decision-making
Your Profile
Bachelor’s degree preferred in engineering; MCIPS, MSc, or MBA is a plus5+ years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on electronics and direct materialsProven track record in category management, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiationStrong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skillsExperience with cost modeling and supplier performance managementProficient in SAP, Excel, PowerPoint, and procurement analytics toolsFluent in English; additional languages are a plusComfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and global environmentJ-18808-Ljbffr