Global Category Manager Electronics

Tianjin, Shanghai, Qingdao

China

Your role

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Global Category Manager Electronics. You will be part of the Scientific Vacuum Division procurement community, reporting to the Head of Procurement. In this role, your mission is to lead and execute the divisional electronics sourcing strategy, ensuring continuity of supply, cost competitiveness and strong supplier performance across our global Product Companies. You will shape sustainable category strategies for electronic components and systems while strengthening collaboration, resilience and value creation across the division

Your day-to-day

• Own and execute the global electronics category strategy and governance across the Scientific Vacuum Division, aligned with divisional and Product Company priorities.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and negotiations covering pricing, capacity, lead times, contractual terms, performance and innovation.
• Identify supply-chain risks and drive mitigation plans, shortage management, business continuity, dual-source strategies and localization opportunities.
• Partner with Engineering, Planning, Operations, Quality and Procurement teams on NPI, product transfer, localization and procurement transformation initiatives.
• Monitor electronics markets, technology developments, pricing trends and geopolitical risks, translating insights into clear actions and stakeholder updates.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Electronics, Business or a related field.
• At least 8 years of procurement or category management experience in electronics manufacturing, industrial equipment or a comparable high-tech environment.
• Strong sourcing knowledge across electronic components, PCB/PCBA, EMS providers, power electronics, drives and controls.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiations (China) and the management of shortages, disruptions and supply continuity risks.
• Strong Stakeholder & Project Management abilities
• Fluent English and Chinese, combined with strong cross-cultural communication skills and willingness to travel approximately 20-40%
• We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your compensation and benefits

At Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is determined based on the position and its responsibilities, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent.

Beyond compensation, we believe that a rewarding career is about having opportunities to learn, grow, contribute, and develop in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Atlas Copco Group, we support our people in building long-term careers while making a meaningful impact through their work.

Your job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our locations in Tianjin, Shanghai, Qingdao

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Shirley Gu

Employment type

Full-time

Job type

Hybrid

Posting End Date

12/31/26

Functional area

Supply Chain/Logistics

Legal Entity

Leybold GmbH

Country/Region

City / Province

Tianjin, Shanghai, Qingdao