EATON

Global Category Manager - Mechanical Assembly

EATON • $100K — $130K *
Washington, DC 20393In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management
  • Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing supply chains preferred
  • Knowledge of global sourcing and category management methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Own global category strategy for Mechanical assembly
  • Lead supplier selection, RFQs, negotiations, and contracting
  • Manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and risk metrics
  • Ensure continuity of supply for Mobility manufacturing plants and aftermarket demand
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and finance teams on sourcing decisions
  • Manage supplier risks, capacity planning, and escalation in case of supply disruptions

Benefits

  • Participation in video and in-person interviews
  • Evaluation based on job-related competencies
  • Protection of candidates' privacy and data security
Full Job Description
Global Category Manager - Mechanical Assembly.

What you'll do:

Job Summary

The Global Category Manager - Mechanical assembly is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies for Mechanical assemblies supporting Eaton Mobility Group (MG) and Eaton Cummins Joint Venture (ECJV) programs. The role ensures continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, quality performance, and compliance with Eaton procurement policies while supporting both OEM and aftermarket business requirements.

Job Responsibilities
  • Own global category strategy for for Mechanical assembly
  • Lead supplier selection, RFQs, negotiations, and contracting in alignment with Eaton sourcing policies.
  • Manage supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and risk metrics.
  • Ensure continuity of supply for Mobility manufacturing plants and aftermarket demand.
  • The metrics to manage and delivery is Cost out, Resiliency, Working capital improvement, and SPIRs
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  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and finance teams on sourcing decisions.
  • Support customer requirements related to regional content, compliance, and localization strategies.
  • Manage supplier risks, capacity planning, and escalation in case of supply disruptions.
  • Support ECJV spend and aftermarket sourcing needs in addition to core Mobility programs.


Qualifications:

Education Level Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
  • Bilingual English - Spanish


Years and Area of Experience Required
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
  • Experience with automotive or industrial manufacturing supply chains preferred.


Technical Knowledge
  • Global sourcing and category management methodologies
  • RFQ and contract negotiation
  • Cost breakdown and productivity analysis
  • Supplier quality and risk management
  • Understanding of mechanical (+electronic) components (casting, machining, PCBA)


Soft Skills:

  • Important exposure to senior leadership
  • Management of complex external and internal negotiation
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management
  • Negotiation and influencing skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment
  • Autonomy and accountability


All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

About EATON

Eaton Corporation plc is a multinational power management company with 2020 sales of $17.9 billion, founded in the US. Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Eaton operates through three main business segments: Electrical Products, Electrical Systems and Services, and Hydraulics. The Electrical Products segment designs, manufactures, markets, and sells electrical components, such as circuit breakers, switches, and electrical protection and control devices. The Electrical Systems and Services segment offers electrical power distribution and assemblies, as well as engineering services and automation and control solutions. The Hydraulics segment provides products such as pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and filtration products. Eaton has a global presence with operations in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Learn more about EATON
Size
85,947 employees
Market Cap
$62.2 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
-0.1%
Revenue
$17.8 billion
NASDAQ
ETN
* Ladders Estimates

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