Schneider Electric
Global leader in electrification, automation and digitization for industries, infrastructure and buildings.
10 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Andover, England, United Kingdom | Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Onsite
Company Size
159,002 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
global sourcing
cost negotiation
virtual factories
supplier identification
procurement lead
issue escalation
- Lead the Data Center Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) category for North America.
- Identify new technology suppliers and assess gaps between current capabilities and business needs.
- Define and execute the global sourcing strategy for the commodity.
- Negotiate annual cost reductions with suppliers using tools such as face‑to‑face negotiation, Quality Value Engineering (QVE), and lean methodologies.
- Support Virtual Factories to ensure supplier delivery and quality performance.
- Serve as the escalation point for all commercial supplier issues.
- Act as the procurement lead on cross‑functional teams for new product launches.
- Achieve procurement targets related to supplier sourcing, cost, contracts, and time to market.
- Lead price negotiations and finalize contractual agreements.
- Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with procurement processes.
Requirements
bachelor's
hardware procurement
supplier management
mechanical
electrical
cost modeling
We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Procurement Manager to join our team in North America. This role is a key contributor to our Data Center Original Design Manufacturing strategy, driving supplier engagement, cost optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration to support new product launches and business growth. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment and have a passion for strategic sourcing and supplier management, this position is perfect for you!
The role requires approximately 20 % travel within the United States and reports to the Senior Business Unit Procurement Director.
Successful candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business (an MBA is a plus) and have experience in hardware finished‑goods procurement. A proven track record managing electronic technology suppliers, strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical components, and familiarity with data‑center rack manufacturing and cost modeling are essential. Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills are also required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business (MBA a plus).
- Experience in hardware finished‑goods procurement.
- Proven track record managing electronic technology suppliers.
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical components used in data‑center products.
- Knowledge of electronic and data center rack manufacturing and product cost modeling.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated success in negotiations and supplier relationship management.
Benefits
Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package, including flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, among other perks.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
€38 billion
Annual Revenue
Generated through a blend of hardware, software, and services across electrification, automation, and IoT.
- Evolved from a steel and armaments business into a leading digital energy solutions provider.
- Pioneered programmable logic controllers and circuit breakers, growing through iconic acquisitions like Square D and APC.
- Typical projects include intelligent buildings, smart factories, resilient infrastructure, and future-proof data centres without specific numerical data.
- Its EcoStruxure platform delivers AI-enabled digital twins and lifecycle management.
- Expertise spans electrification, automation, digitization, smart industries, buildings, and data centre cooling.
- Unusual ventures include offshore cruise-ship charging systems and innovative tax-credit swaps to fund solar projects.
Culture + Values
- “Strong values, team spirit, and local autonomy within a global framework.”
- Emphasis on management based on strong values, team spirit, and local autonomy.
- Encouragement to go “beyond comfort zones” and understand on-the-ground realities.
Environment + Sustainability
71% Reduction
Emissions Cut
Achieved a 71% reduction in Scopes 1 & 2 emissions between 2017 and 2023, from 699,079 tCO₂e to 202,232 tCO₂e.
800Mt CO₂ Avoided
Customer Savings
Aims to help customers save or avoid 800 million metric tons of CO₂ by 2025 through EcoStruxure solutions.
50% Supplier Reduction
Operational Carbon
Seeks to reduce operational carbon emissions by 50% in top 1,000 suppliers by 2025, with 27% achieved by end-2023.
90% Renewables Target
Electricity by 2025
Committed to 90% renewable electricity by 2025, aiming for 100% by 2030; reported approximately 85% self-reported renewables in 2022.
- Joined RE100: aiming for 90% renewable electricity by 2025, 100% by 2030; reported ~85% self-reported renewables in 2022.
- Committed to a 25% absolute reduction in value-chain emissions by 2030 (from 2021 baseline), alongside a 90% reduction in operations by 2030.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Women
Leadership Parity
Target to achieve gender parity with 50% women in top leadership roles by a specified year.
X% Exec
Women in Leadership
Percentage of women occupying executive positions in the latest reporting year.
Y% STEM
STEM Representation Target
Target to increase women's representation in STEM roles to Y% by year Z.
- Launched programs to ensure equitable recruitment, career progression, and pay across genders.
- Implemented gender pay equity audits with measurable adjustments made to close identified gaps.