Supply Chain
Category Manager Electrical & Electromechanical Components
About Evatec
Welcome to the "Thin Film Powerhouse"!
Evatec specializes in designing, developing, producing, and selling high-tech thin film deposition equipment for the semiconductor, advanced packaging, optical, and optoelectronics markets.
Our multinational team of scientists, engineers, and support staff in Switzerland is complemented by a global network of sales and technical support staff across 15 countries in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Make a Difference – Embrace a Culture of Ownership and Decision Making
Grow – Take Development and Training Opportunities
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What you can expect from us
- beach_access 5 weeks holiday
- access_time 42-hour work week with flexitime and home office options
- desktop_mac State-of-the-art workplaces
- account_circle Flat hierarchies for better communication and collaboration
- free_breakfast Canteen and self-catering options at our Layers Cafe
- directions_car Free covered parking
- tram Good public transport connections
- monetization_on Variety of discounts (e.g., fitness center memberships, car purchases, mobile phones, computers, etc.)
- chat Language Training Programmes
- people Company and team events to foster the spirit
Job Description
Behind every innovative system are the right electrical components. Do you want to help shape that foundation? As a Category Manager for Electrical Components, you will be responsible for a key category and ensure that our technologies can be successfully developed through strategic sourcing, strong supplier partnerships, and in-depth market expertise.
What you will be doing
- check Negotiate with foresight: you lead price and contract negotiations for electrical components, motors, control cabinets, and electrical assemblies while securing the best possible commercial terms
- check Drive category strategy: you develop and implement sourcing strategies for your category, aligned with our business objectives
- check Optimize costs and processes: you identify cost-saving opportunities, evaluate supplier quotations, and continuously improve procurement and inventory costs
- check Build strong supplier partnerships: you establish and develop a strategic supplier network, conduct regular business reviews, and ensure long-term supply security
- check Leverage market intelligence: you monitor market developments within your category and support internal stakeholders with your expertise in strategic and technical decision-making
What you should bring
- check Strong educational background: you have a technical or commercial qualification, ideally with an electrical engineering background, complemented by further training in procurement or supply chain management
- check Technical sourcing expertise: you bring 5-8 years of international procurement experience, ideally within plant engineering, capital equipment, or industrial manufacturing
- check Electrical know-how: you have a solid understanding of electrical components, motors, control cabinets, and electromechanical systems
- check Digital proficiency: you work confidently with MS Office and ERP systems; SAP experience is an advantage
- check Communication and flexibility: you communicate fluently in German and English and are willing to travel occasionally (approx. 15%)
Start Your Journey
Is it a match?
For further information please contact
Véronique Dölger | Recruiting Specialist | hr.eag@evatecnet.com
P.s. Applications submitted via recruitment agencies will not be considered