Category Manager - Purchasing

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures todays innovators stay Ahead of Whats Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

About The Role

We are looking for a strategic and results‑driven Category Manager – Purchasing to lead sourcing and supplier management activities for assigned commodities. This role is responsible for driving value through complex negotiations, cross‑functional collaboration, data‑driven decision‑making, and continuous supplier performance improvement—always with the best interest of the company in mind.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct complex commercial and strategic negotiations for assigned commodities, ensuring optimal cost, quality, delivery, and risk outcomes for the company.
• Co‑develop sourcing and procurement requirements with internal customers from RFQ and conceptualization through PR‑to‑PO execution, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Own and lead the end‑to‑end supplier selection process, including evaluation, recommendation, and onboarding.
• Lead cross‑functional projects, collaborating with stakeholders from Engineering, Operations, Finance, Quality, and other functions.
• Perform data gathering, analysis, and interpretation to support strategic negotiations and sourcing decisions; conceptualize and present insights clearly.
• Maintain and regularly review the approved and qualified supplier base for assigned commodities.
• Ensure data integrity of supplier and material records, including pricing, currency, and master data accuracy.
• Partner with key stakeholders to develop and execute commodity strategies, translating strategy into actionable plans.
• Manage and drive supplier performance improvement, working with internal stakeholders to define KPIs, monitor results, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop clear, compelling presentation materials (PowerPoint, Excel, charts, dashboards) tailored to the objective and audience.
• Prepare procurement and performance reports as required.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s Quality Policy within the scope of responsibility.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or technology environment.
• Strong background in supplier negotiations, RFQs, and supplier management.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate insights into strategy.
• Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives or projects.
• Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
  

• Strategic and analytical mindset
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Data‑driven decision making
• Project leadership and collaboration
• Clear and effective communication
• Attention to detail and data accuracy