{"id":2991786,"url":"https://alion.io/job/schneider-electric-regional-category-manager","title":"Regional Category Manager","company":{"id":1266,"name":"Schneider Electric","domain":"se.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/schneider-electric","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Jibe","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":75,"open_postings":387,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.99,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":31,"computed_at":"2026-10-28T05:59:10Z"}},"role":"Operations","role_family":"Operations","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Nashville, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":94000,"max_usd":186000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":3801},"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-20T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-21","last_verified_at":"2026-10-28T21:13:07Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":9,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":9},"description":"The Regional Category Manager (RCM) will be in charge of the Strategy and the Sourcing of the following categories\nMissions are structured around 3 axis:\n Strategy: As the permanent member of the Cross-Functional Team (“CFT”) contribute in the definition of the category strategy.\nExecution: Ensures implementation of the category strategy in the geographic zone.\n Performance Monitoring: Track purchasing performance & suppliers management in the geographic zone (directly and through operational buyers and S3L)\nMore detailed information below:\nStrategy:\nPerform needs analysis for different Schneider entities in all geographic zones and segment the category needs.\nPerform in the geographic zone market analysis / intelligence and identification of market trends that could affect the pricing and supply\nIdentify and propose to the CFT list of Strategic suppliers for the geographic zones as per needs segmentation.\nAssess supplier risk (quality, bankruptcy, shortage,)\nContribute to the development and deployment of the global cost models, scoring models etc..\nDrive dynamically the optimization of the supplier base\nSupport the transversal projects related for example to sustainability, tools improvement etc.\nExecution:\nDirectly manage some Strategic suppliers as supplier leader and get involved in global negotiations with the supplier portfolio.\nSupport the others purchasers (new projects, operational buyers,) in their negotiations.\nDrive your annual operational plan (APOP) and ensure acknowledgement and execution of the strategy\nSupport the implementation of productivity (QVE -Quality value Engineering /CoS - Change of Suppliers) and identify new savings opportunities with the cross functional team.\nPlan business reviews with Strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone & assign the task to the respective supplier leaders in the zone.\nFollow up the supplier development and improvement actions plans (SAM status, service level and quality improvement).\nDeploy supplier framework agreements with the Strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone\nPropose to the CFT evolution of the Supplier Orientation Chart based on the Evolution of the Category Strategy.\nLead qualification process for any new supplier linked to category\nCoordinate continuous actions plan with the CFT, to fight against creation of any new supplier out of their control\nPerformance monitoring:\nTrack the monthly performance for the suppliers in their geographic zone (Quality, Service, Productivity).\nHandle most critical crisis with Strategic suppliers\nWhat qualifications will make you successful?\nBachelor's degree in related field required.\nAt least 5 years of experience in Category Management (not only sourcing) interacting with multiple regions and culture.\nKnowledge of the strategy and the Sourcing of the following categories Electrical Steel, Theromobimetals, Silver & Contacts.\nExperience in industrial and/or technical backgrounds (metals, non ferrous) is expected\nExperience with global strategy and the outputs of the global negotiations.\nStrong capacity to interact in a multicultural environment.\nStrong personal organization and open mindset (this role is involving a broad level of interaction with different functions engineering, industrialization, operational procurement, quality, continuous engineering, etc.) \nWhat's in it for me?\nLead high-visibility initiatives that directly impact organizational performance and sustainability\nWork with a global team that values expertise, collaboration, and professional development\nAccess to innovative tools and technologies that enhance your strategic impact\nFlexible work environment designed to support your success and well-being\nBring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to achieve great things together - apply now!\n At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.\nOur Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.\nFor this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 142,400 - USD 213,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.\nSchneider Electric is there when it matters most to you\nOur Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:\nCare for Yourself and Your Family.We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.\nInvest and Plan Your Future.We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.\nGrow Your Skills and Career.We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.\nTeam Up in the Workplace.We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.\nSupport Your Community.We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.\nIf you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.\n Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?\nWhen you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.\nIMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.\nWe are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.\nBecome an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!\n€40 billion global revenue\n+9% organic growth\n150 000+ employees in 100+ countries\n\nYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.\nSchneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. \nAt Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. 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