Category Manager Electronics

Re:Build Manufacturing

9d • $120,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Re:Build is seeking an experienced Category Manager, Electronics to lead strategic sourcing for electronic and electromechanical components across Re Manufacturing's family of companies. The role develops sourcing strategies, builds supplier partnerships, and helps ensure businesses have reliable access to components needed for manufacturing operations and continued growth. The position balances cost, quality, lead times, and supply-chain risk while managing supplier relationships and agreements, analyzing data, and collaborating with engineering, operations, and business leaders. It also explores automation and emerging technologies with the Digital and AI teams to improve sourcing decisions, supplier performance, and efficiency.

The Category Manager will own a critical sourcing category, influence supply-chain strategy across multiple businesses, and help shape Re:Build's procurement approach. The role requires domestic travel of 10–25% as needed. The base salary range is $120,000–$180,000 per year; the role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives. The company offers medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits. Employees share ownership in the company and participate in the financial rewards of its success.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management, preferably with electronic or electromechanical components.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience developing category strategies, negotiating contracts, and building strong supplier partnerships.
• Knowledge of electronic components, including wire and cable, connectors, printed circuit boards, sensors, or similar products.
• Ability to evaluate supplier performance, manage supply-chain risks, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Experience with ERP systems, contract management tools, and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.
• Ability to balance competing priorities, solve problems, and drive results in a dynamic environment.
• Interest in using AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve sourcing processes.
• Willingness to travel domestically 10–25% as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading electronics categories, including wire harness components, connectors, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), or other specialized electromechanical components.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments, particularly aerospace, defense, or government contracting.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and contractual flow-down requirements.
• Master's degree or MBA.
• Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, or CPSM.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the long-term sourcing strategy for electronic and electromechanical components, including wire and cable, connectors, terminals, sensors, printed circuit boards, and batteries.
• Build and lead strategic relationships with component manufacturers and distributors to improve cost, quality, availability, lead times, and supply-chain flexibility.
• Lead supplier negotiations and establish long-term agreements covering pricing, delivery commitments, inventory programs, and commercial terms.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve supply continuity, and mitigate supplier and contractual risks across Re:Build businesses.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to develop sourcing solutions for specialized components, long-lead materials, and evolving manufacturing requirements.
• Evaluate sourcing strategies involving SKU rationalization, minimum order quantities (MOQs), tooling investments, and non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs.
• Establish and monitor supplier performance metrics, including on-time delivery, material availability, and inventory efficiency, to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, and Supply Chain to align sourcing strategies with business priorities.
• Explore AI and automation opportunities with Re:Build's Digital and AI teams to improve supplier selection, sourcing decisions, and working capital management.
• Provide strategic guidance on electronics sourcing initiatives to help business leaders make informed decisions that support long-term growth.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Other benefits
• Employee ownership and participation in the financial rewards of company success
• Potential eligibility for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior