ppAt ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Global Procurement Manager /p h3Job Summary /h3 pThe Global Procurement Specialist / Global Category Specialist for Power Electronics Components is a senior individual contributor responsible for developing and executing global category strategies for key power semiconductor and passive components used across ABB's power electronics product lines. The role requires deep technical knowledge of power electronics BOMs, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to manage complex, multi-site supplier relationships globally. /p pThe work model for the role is: hybrid /p ul liDefine and execute global category sourcing strategies for IGBTs, Film/Electrolytic Capacitors, SCRs, Thyristors, Displays, and Fuses. /li liLead global RFQ/RFP processes; conduct TCO analysis, cost benchmarking,



and commercial negotiations with tier-1 and strategic semiconductor suppliers. /li liDevelop and maintain long-term agreements (LTAs) and global frame contracts with key suppliers (e.g. Infineon, ABB Semiconductors, Vishay, KYOCERA, Eaton, Littelfuse, etc.). /li liManage supplier qualification and onboarding in collaboration with Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) and RD teams. /li liAnalyse global spend, supplier concentration, and market trends; develop dual-source and multi-source strategies to mitigate supply risk. /li liMonitor power semiconductor market dynamics (silicon, SiC, GaN), component lifecycle, and obsolescence management; implement last-time-buy strategies. /li liDrive year-over-year cost savings through volume consolidation, competitive sourcing, design-to-cost, and VA/VE initiatives. /li liCollaborate with Engineering and NPI teams globally to influence component selection and ensure strategic alignment from product concept th

📌 Global Category Specialist Power Components (Bardi)
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