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Purchasing Category Manager

WIN SOURCE

Eindhoven
Full-time
2-5 years experience
Remote OK

Key Skills

Electronic Components Procurement
Category Purchasing
Supplier Development
Supplier Relationship Management
Market Analysis
Sourcing
Commercial Negotiation
Supplier Evaluation
Shortage Management
End-of-Life Component Sourcing
Product Authenticity
Traceability
Supply Chain Risk Management
Inventory Management
Cross-Cultural Communication
Problem-Solving

Job Description

About WIN SOURCE WIN SOURCE — Where Supply Begins. Founded in 1999, WIN SOURCE is a global electronic components distributor providing reliable critical component supply and global supply chain solutions for OEMs, EMS providers and manufacturers. Supported by global sourcing networks, inventory resources, quality management systems and international logistics capabilities, we help customers manage component shortages, lead-time fluctuations, EOL risks and supply continuity challenges, building safer, more efficient and resilient global supply chains. About the Role Every outstanding purchasing professional has accumulated expertise in specific product categories and built valuable supplier networks over time. At WIN SOURCE, we aim to maximize the value of these professional strengths. As a Category Purchasing Manager, you will manage key electronic component categories that match your expertise, leveraging your sourcing experience, supplier relationships and market insights to provide more competitive and reliable supply solutions for global business needs. We value the expertise you have built throughout your career and provide a global platform, quality support and cross-regional collaboration opportunities to help you achieve long-term growth. Key Responsibilities • Category Purchasing: Manage sourcing activities for one or more key electronic component categories by leveraging product knowledge, industry experience and existing sourcing channels. • Supplier Channel Development: Develop and maintain core suppliers with advantages in pricing, inventory, lead time or supply capability. • Market Insights & Sourcing Opportunities: Track pricing, inventory, market demand and lifecycle changes to identify valuable sourcing opportunities. • Critical Sourcing Projects: Handle complex sourcing requirements, shortage materials and EOL components through quotation, negotiation and project execution. • Supplier Partnership Management: Build stable relationships with manufacturers, authorized distributors, independent distributors and professional channel partners. • Supply Chain Security & Quality: Focus on product authenticity, traceability, supplier reliability and supply continuity while working with quality teams to manage sourcing risks. • Global Business Support: Collaborate with sales, procurement and supply chain teams to support key customers and business initiatives. What You Bring • 3+ years of experience in electronic components procurement, specialized sourcing or related supply chain roles. • Strong product knowledge, sourcing channels and supplier relationships in one or more key electronic component categories. • Good understanding of manufacturers, supply markets, pricing trends and sourcing channels. • Ability to independently develop reliable suppliers and secure competitive products, pricing and lead times. • Strong market judgment, commercial negotiation, supplier evaluation and problem-solving skills. • Understanding of electronic component quality requirements, product authenticity, traceability and supply chain risk management. • Proactive mindset, ownership and strong cross-cultural communication and teamwork skills. • Ability to conduct professional business communication in English or the local language. Preferred: • Candidates with strong supplier networks and channel advantages in specific electronic component categories. • Candidates with experience in international electronic component distributors, semiconductor companies or component trading companies. • Candidates with experience in complex sourcing, shortage management or cross-regional supplier cooperation. What We Offer • Global Business Platform: Connect your sourcing expertise and supplier resources with international customer needs and market opportunities. • Focus on Your Expertise: Continue developing within your specialized categories while leveraging your industry experience, sourcing channels and market judgment. • Professional Autonomy: Independently drive supplier development, key sourcing projects and commercial negotiations, allowing your expertise to directly contribute to business decisions. • Global Team Support: Collaborate with sales, procurement, quality and logistics teams across regions to turn sourcing opportunities into business results. • Long-term Career Growth: Opportunities to develop toward Senior Category Purchasing Manager, Category Sourcing Lead and Global Category Manager roles. Join Us Your Expertise. Greater Opportunities. If you have strong purchasing experience and valuable supplier resources in specific electronic component categories, and want to apply your expertise in a broader international market, we look forward to connecting with you. Submit your application through LinkedIn or send your resume to: [email protected] Follow WIN SOURCE on LinkedIn for the latest company updates, industry insights and career opportunities. WIN SOURCE — Where Supply Begins.

Core Responsibilities

Manage sourcing for electronic component categories, develop supplier channels, and identify opportunities based on pricing, inventory, demand, and product lifecycle trends. Execute complex and shortage-related sourcing projects while managing supplier partnerships, product quality, supply continuity, and collaboration with global business teams.

Requirements

Requires at least three years of experience in electronic components procurement, specialized sourcing, or a related supply chain role, along with category expertise and established supplier relationships. Candidates should demonstrate market judgment, negotiation, supplier development, quality and risk awareness, ownership, and strong communication skills; international distribution or complex sourcing experience is preferred.

About WIN SOURCE

Industry: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

Company size: 501-1,000 employees

Founded in 1999, WIN SOURCE helps manufacturers secure critical electronic components and navigate an increasingly complex global market. Through NEXUS™, our intelligent supply chain platform, and a worldwide network of sourcing, inventory and logistics capabilities, we help customers optimize sourcing decisions, strengthen supply continuity and navigate market complexity with confidence. Today, WIN SOURCE serves customers worldwide through strategically located operations, certified facilities and a commitment to quality, reliability and operational excellence. “Where Supply Begins™.” AS9120 | ISO 9001:2015 | ISO 13485 | ISO 28000 | ANSI/ESD S20.20 | ISO 45001 | ISO 14001 | ISO 20000 | ISO 27001 Global Presence: United States | Canada | Germany | Italy | United Kingdom | Singapore | India | Japan | South Korea | Hong Kong SAR | Mainland China win-source.net | win-source.group

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