Regional T&L Sourcing Manager, Americas

Overview

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business. We’re entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for Soft Bank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. Soft Bank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

Your Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan and implement global sourcing initiatives either under the leadership of a global division/business area Procurement Manager or independently if under a defined threshold. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by managing the planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets, emerging country spending, and savings forecasts.

• Supports the development and implementation of regional/global sourcing strategies in close alignment with Category Leaders and key stakeholders.
• Negotiates and maintains supplier agreements, including price lists, terms & conditions, frame contracts, and local contract amendments.
• Executes sourcing initiatives and benchmark studies within defined categories and thresholds to support regional and category objectives.
• Manages supplier onboarding, evaluations, performance tracking, and reporting in collaboration with local buyers, businesses, and Category Managers.
• Initiates and manages Purchase Orders (POs), confirms deliveries, monitors compliance, and fosters effective communication across internal and external stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree with at least 15 years of experience with business processes, supply chain, procurement, and purchasing.
• Experience in strategic and/or operational procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management within a regional or global environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with proven ability to manage supplier agreements, pricing, and contract terms.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g. Category Managers, local buyers, business teams) in a matrix organization.
• Analytical mindset with experience running benchmark studies, supplier evaluations, and performance reporting.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, including PO creation, contract management, and compliance with standard procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously, within defined thresholds and timelines.
• Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to foster clear and effective internal and external collaboration.

We empower you to take the lead, share bold ideas, and shape real outcomes. You’ll grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and learning that fits your goals. Here, your work doesn’t just matter, it moves things forward.

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