CommScope

Category Lead

CommScope$118K — $153K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree required
  • 8+ years in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in contract negotiations
  • Proficient in V-lookups, pivot tables, and data reporting
  • Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Responsibilities

  • Drive global sourcing strategy for $120M in supplier spend
  • Lead global cross-functional teams for fiber cable initiatives
  • Update stakeholders on commodity pricing and supply strategies
  • Analyze commodity markets for pricing and supply management
  • Improve procurement spend management through updated processes
  • Achieve annual cost reduction targets for materials and assemblies
  • Negotiate supplier agreements and manage vendor compliance

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid vacation
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life and accidental death insurance
  • 401(k) plan participation
  • Eligibility for Long Term Incentive Plan
  • Eleven paid holidays per year
  • Two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date)
Full Job Description
CommScope is recruiting a Category Lead to join our growing team! Candidates will be based in Shakopee, MN, Catawba, North Carolina, or Apex, North Carolina

This role will lead aspects of development and implementation of the global strategy for our fiber cable categories ensuring alignment with the strategic requirements.

How You Will Make An Impact:

Drive the global sourcing strategy for supplier spend exceeding $120M.
Responsible for leading global cross-functional teams in support of the fiber cable category strategies and initiatives.
Provide regular updates to key stakeholders on commodity price and lead-time movements along with recommendations on relevant actions.
Thorough understanding of commodity markets to facilitate proactive pricing and supply strategies.
Improve the management of the global procurement spend by providing input to the global processes, policies, and procedures.
Drive cost reduction objectives with responsibility to deliver on the annual cost reduction plan (PIP's) for materials, parts, and assemblies.
Provide support to the Procurement NPI teams on the introduction of new products in terms of supplier selection for key critical materials.
Ensure the timely negotiation of all supplier agreements (including the development of framework for productivity and quality plans). Negotiate andmanage vendor agreements, encouraging compliance by both supplier and end users. Drive efforts to achieve total cost solutions for the completesupply chain.
Conduct frequent business and performance reviews with suppliers to improve performance to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Required Qualifications For Consideration:
Bachelors Degree
8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or related field required.
5+ years of experience in contract negotiations
Ability to independently perform V-lookups, pivot tables, charts, create reports, present reports to stakeholders as needed.
Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

You Will Excite Us If You Have:
MBA

Perks & Benefits:
Be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, medical, dental, and vision plans, life, and accidental death insurance, a401(k) plan, and participation in the Company's Long Term Incentive Plan.

Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $118,000.- $153,000. based on hired level and experience. The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company's Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

After You Apply:
Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visitinghttps://careers.commscope.com/how-we-hire.

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About CommScope

CommScope Enterprise Solutions, a division of CommScope, Inc., offers a complete portfolio of network infrastructure solutions that enable enterprise customers, regardless of size, industry or IT budget, to take advantage of business and technology opportunities. The division's SYSTIMAX® and Uniprise® product lines offer voice, data, video and converged solutions ranging from mission-critical, high-bandwidth and emerging applications to applications that demand unrelenting reliability and quality for everyday needs. Backed by CommScope Labs, the product lines are delivered through a global channel network of industry-leading BusinessPartners and distributors, ensuring a consistent and high-level of service and support worldwide. CommScope, Inc., concentrates on developing and providing infrastructure solutions for communication networks. Its Andrew Wireless Solutions™ brand specializes in radio frequency subsystem solutions for wireless networks. Through its SYSTIMAX® and Uniprise® brands, CommScope focuses on network infrastructure solutions, delivering a complete end-to-end physical layer solution, including cables and connectivity, enclosures, intelligent software and network design services for business enterprise applications. The company is also a manufacturer of coaxial cable for broadband cable television networks and one of the leading North American providers of environmentally secure cabinets for DSL and FTTN applications.

CommScope Careers

Joining CommScope means becoming part of a global team that believes in providing the infrastructure that connects people and technologies through every evolution. Our company is a leader in coaxial cable technology and a pioneer in the communication industry. At CommScope, we are committed to fostering an environment of diversity and inclusion, where innovative ideas lead the way and leadership is cultivated from within.

Work You’ll Do

At CommScope, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry to shape the future of communication technology. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, designing solutions that empower networks and communities around the globe. With a career at CommScope, you are positioned at the intersection of technology, creativity, and impactful work.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

CommScope offers a variety of job opportunities that encourage professional growth and development. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, CommScope provides the tools and resources needed to advance your career and enhance your skills. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs and our dedication to promoting leadership from within.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at CommScope is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and a culture that values teamwork, integrity, and responsibility. We are hiring creative and solution-driven team players who are ready to contribute to our mission of innovation and connectivity. Working at CommScope gives you access to global resources and a network of professionals dedicated to maintaining our leadership in the industry.

Benefits and Culture

CommScope is dedicated to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that enhances their life and work. Our culture is one of continuous learning and improvement, where each team member is encouraged to push boundaries and explore new ideas. Employment at CommScope offers more than just a job; it provides a pathway to a fulfilling career and a chance to make a difference in the world of technology.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a CommScope internship, where you can apply your classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. Our internships provide a platform for learning and development, offering hands-on experience that builds the foundation for a successful career. Interns at CommScope gain invaluable industry insights and professional networking opportunities that are integral to personal and professional growth.

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Learn more about CommScope
Size
30,000 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$573.4 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.8%
Revenue
$8.4 billion
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