Category Manager
Syracuse, NY 
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TTM Technologies, Inc. - Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) - Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM


TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including engineered systems, radio frequency ("RF") components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and quick-turn and technologically advanced printed circuit boards ("PCBs"). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop manufacturing services enable customers to shorten the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

Position Summary:

A key member of the Supply Chain team under the Integrated Electronics Regional Supply Chain organization with a focus to develop, drive, and execute the regional category and advanced sourcing strategy for the TTM Integrated Electronics Product line. The key objective is to create value and deliver the 3Ss (Security of Supply, Service & Quality, and Savings/Cash) to meet business needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Category Management

  • Manage a portfolio of categories associated with the TTM Microelectronics product line inclusive of electrical, electro mechanical and mechanical categories.\
  • Devise a clear regional category strategy to reflect business needs and engage with key internal stakeholders such as engineering and site procurement to ensure a flawless implementation
  • Review and Evolve category & supplier strategies periodically in relation to market dynamics and business model changes, and adjust the category strategy accordingly

Advanced Sourcing

  • Develop, manage and execute sourcing strategies through a deep understanding of market dynamics & trends, cost drivers, vendor landscapes and internal matrix environment
  • Lead negotiations with suppliers on commercial agreements inclusive of pricing, terms and conditions, vendor managed inventory, etc to achieve cost savings and ROIC improvements
  • Manage Request for Quotation (RFQ) and award preferred suppliers to provide the best total cost of ownership
  • Manage complex, end-to-end regional supply chain, cost modelling and quotation analysis

Supplier Management

  • Develop a preferred supplier list (PSL) selection criteria, rationalize supply base and develop strategic relationships with targeted preferred suppliers
  • Lead supplier business review process to drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, technology and cost performance through Supplier Performance Review (SPR)
  • Manage suppliers early in risk assessment as well as develop risk mitigation plans for business continuity. Build a resilient supply chain upstream
  • Drive and ensure suppliers are in compliance to environmental and other certification regulations, etc.
  • Ensure compliance with ethical practices and standards that impact supply chain

Cost Management

  • Apply the process of analyzing the total cost of ownership for the category
  • Work with finance to drive annual and long term strategic sourcing and cost reduction plans against financial objectives
  • Develop and define internal and external cost drivers, develop cost models and establish "should cost" estimates
  • Lead coordinated executive negotiations to achieve cost reductions

Market Intelligence

  • Monitor and mitigate the impact of mergers and acquisitions in the supply chain and the potential for materials disruption
  • Identify market opportunities enable innovation and mitigate risks in internal, local and global supply chain, including impact of globalization and trade compliance

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

  • Demonstrate extensive experience in complex pricing & contract negotiations across multiple projects and programs
  • Solid experience in developing supplier relationships, supplier development, and supplier risk management
  • Adept in total cost management, cost modeling and should-cost analysis
  • Collaborative mindset and strong project management, organizing, and analytical skills
  • Effective communication skills (incl. email, presentation), team facilitation and influencing skills
  • Ability to work well in a high-paced, dynamic and matrix environment, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Skillful in business and spend analytics and familiar with ERP tools (Oracle, SAP, etc.)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Power BI, etc.

Required Education and Experience:
Education: BSc/MSc in Supply Chain Management, Business Management/Engineering degree preferred. Certification in Supply Chain profession preferred (eg. CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, CSCMP, CPL, CPCM, etc.).

Experience: Min. 10 years of category management and strategic sourcing experience in electronic, electro mechanical and mechanical categories in multi-national electronics manufacturing companies

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Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401k, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available on the 1st of the month following date of hire. For some positions, only PTO and holiday benefits are offered.

Compensation ranges for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At TTM Technologies, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on each individual set of circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$109,862 - $193,205

Additional compensation: An annual or quarterly company bonus may apply based on position assignment. Positions hired for alternative shift may be eligible for a shift premium based on the assigned shift and location.

Export Statement:
Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition ofForeign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
10+ years
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