Global Category Manager – Electronics

Job overview

The Global Category Manager – Electronics role is listed in Fort Wayne, IN; the employer describes hybrid remote work arrangements. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Franklin Electric’s procurement organization and its work providing access to water, fuel, and electricity.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute global electronics category strategies
• negotiate supplier contracts and master supply agreements
• manage semiconductor allocation, component lifecycle, obsolescence, and shortages
• analyze spend and supplier performance
• lead supplier quality, delivery, cost, and improvement efforts
• support new product introduction and regionalization
• present recommendations to senior leadership
• mentor junior sourcing staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

global category manager

electronics

fort wayne in

franklin electric

hybrid remote

strategic sourcing

supplier management

contract negotiation

semiconductors

supply chain

cost analysis

new product introduction

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off and holidays
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) matching and service contributions
• health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• disability coverage
• fertility and adoption support
• tuition reimbursement
• professional development
• wellness programs.

Why this role

Global category scope across the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and India, with responsibility for supply continuity, cost, quality, and supplier development.

About the employer

Franklin Electric is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Electric Power Generation. Sector: 22.