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ABB

Category Specialist – Professional Services

ABB

. Support regional and global sourcing initiatives under the leadership of a regional Category Manager or independently for projects within a defined threshold .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSan Luis Potosi • MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing and category management, with a strong focus on negotiation, contract management, and the use of digital tools in procurement. Proficient in managing HR & Professional Services categories across North America while ensuring alignment with corporate policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sourcing ExperienceCategory ManagementContract ManagementNegotiation SkillsSAP Ariba Proficiency

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Hard Skills
SourcingCategory ManagementContract ManagementNegotiationAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsProject Management Skills
Tools & Technologies
SAP AribaPower BIExcelPowerPointAI Tools
Industry Keywords
HR & Professional ServicesGlobal SourcingFramework ContractsBenchmarking StudiesCorporate Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support regional and global sourcing initiatives under the leadership of a regional Category Manager or independently for projects within a defined threshold
  • Purchase materials in accordance with required technical specifications, pricing, delivery schedules, and contractual terms
  • Ensure purchasing activities align with corporate policies and procedures
  • Support the development and implementation of regional and global sourcing strategies in close alignment with category leadership
  • Negotiate agreements with key suppliers and periodically update price lists, terms, and conditions
  • Conduct benchmarking studies for the category team and specific sourcing initiatives
  • Draft local contract amendments to framework agreements at the country level
  • Maintain and update framework contracts
  • Manage HR & Professional Services categories across the United States, Mexico, and Canada within the Electrification Business Unit
  • Report to the Global Procurement Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of experience in sourcing, category management or related fields
  • Experience in HR & Professional Services is a plus
  • Digital savvy and AI capabilities in procurement, with hands-on experience using AI tools in daily work basis
  • Experience in contract management, including the ability to analyze agreements and negotiate legal terms in coordination with the Legal team
  • Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to manage complex supplier proposals and agreements
  • Advanced proficiency in SAP Ariba, Apadua, Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Fluency in English and Spanish
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills
  • International experience is considered an advantage
  • Bachelor’s degree completed required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance Bonus
  • Saving fund
  • Paid parental leave
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Health and dental insurance
  • Wellbeing program
  • Flex days
  • Employee Assistance Program (PAE)
  • Access to development platforms: Spark, Harvard Manager Mentor and English Learning EF English Live School (EF)