Category Specialist for Corporate Procurement
Pubblicato il 13-08-2026 - Elettrotecnica in Sesto San Giovanni
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This position reports to:Co-Head Corporate ProcurementABB Corporate Procurement is looking for a Procurement Category Specialist for HR Services (Recruiting, Temporary Labor, Training and others), Marketing and Professional Services (Consulting, Legal, Financial, Tax Services and others) with hands-on and international experience.Our Corporate Procurement function serves internal stakeholders across ABB's Headquarter, while also drivining Group-wide iniatives and strategic activites that impact the broader organization.This is a unique opportunity to actively contribute to shaping the future of our Corporate Procurement function and to grow together with a highly experienced and collaborative team: Seize the opportunity and be part of this journeyThe work model for the role is: hybridThe role is open globally, with a preference for CET locations such as: Italy,
Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, India, Poland.Your Responsibilities:Execute the implementation of Procurement Strategy in alignment with the relevant category team and business stakeholdersPerform purchasing activities according to required needs, specifications, price, delivery schedule and contractual termsManage cooperation with a portfolio of ABB approved suppliers and oversee their performance to ensure performance, quality and compliance.Provide market insights, analyze and evaluate bids to determine the optimal value and negotiate agreements with key suppliersEnsuring all sourcing events are conducted through the appropriate eSourcing tools, maintaining full control and integrity of supplier master dataIdentify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with internal stakeholders to support business needs, innovation and competitivenessInitiate and implement cost-out programs and opti