Senior Procurement Manager

We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Procurement Manager to join our team in North America. This role is a key contributor to our Data Center Original Design Manufacturing strategy, driving supplier engagement, cost optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration to support new product launches and business growth. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment and have a passion for strategic sourcing and supplier management, this position is perfect for you!

This role requires approximately 20% travel within the U.S.

• Lead the Data Center Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) category for North America.
• Identify new technology suppliers and assess gaps between current capabilities and business needs.
• Define and execute the global sourcing strategy for the commodity.
• Negotiate annual cost reductions with suppliers using tools such as face‑to‑face negotiation,
  Quality Value Engineering (QVE), and lean methodologies.
• Support Virtual Factories to ensure supplier delivery and quality performance.
• Serve as the escalation point for all commercial supplier issues.
• Act as the procurement lead on cross‑functional teams (product management, research and development, and industrialization) for new product launches.
• Achieve procurement targets related to supplier sourcing, cost, contracts, and time to market.
• Lead price negotiations and finalize contractual agreements.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with procurement processes.

Senior Business Unit Procurement Director.

For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $161,000–$184,000 per year, which includes base pay and short‑term incentive. The compensation range for this full‑time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply toward your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k) + match, well‑being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, XX days of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

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• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business (Master of Business Administration is a plus).
• Experience in hardware finished goods procurement.
• Proven track record managing electronic technology suppliers.
• Strong understanding of mechanical components (such as plastic, stamping, and printing) and electrical components (such as winding and printed circuit board assemblies).
• Knowledge of electronic and data center rack manufacturing and product cost modeling.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated success in negotiations and supplier relationship management.

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees, including flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and much more!

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Apply today.

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