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About the Role

The Procurement Category Manager, Indirect Materials & Services is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and delivering cost, quality, service, and risk management objectives across a portfolio of indirect spend categories. This role partners closely with Engineering, R&D, Operations, Finance, HR, and other stakeholders to ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply base that supports innovation, operational excellence, and business growth. The successful candidate will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance, value creation, and continuous improvement across assigned categories.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies for test and lab equipment, engineering services, and other indirect materials and services.
Lead RFIs, RFPs, supplier selection, negotiations, contract execution, and supplier onboarding activities.
Analyze spend, market trends, and supplier capabilities to identify cost savings, risk mitigation, and innovation opportunities.
Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements through supplier consolidation, standardization, and lifecycle management.
Support capital equipment planning and procurement activities for engineering and lab environments.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with equipment suppliers, technical service providers, contractors, and corporate service suppliers.
Conduct supplier business reviews and monitor performance against cost, quality, delivery, service, and innovation metrics.
Lead supplier risk assessments, performance improvement initiatives, and business continuity planning efforts.
Partner with engineering and lab teams to source test equipment, laboratory instruments, calibration and maintenance services, engineering contractors, and specialized technical resources.
Support procurement activities across corporate indirect categories such as facilities services, professional services, workplace services, and other assigned business support functions.
Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize spend, improve service delivery, and ensure sourcing decisions align with business objectives and technical requirements.
Negotiate pricing, statements of work, service agreements, maintenance contracts, and commercial terms.
Manage supplier contracts throughout their lifecycle, including renewals, compliance, and performance management.
Track and report savings, cost avoidance, and value creation initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
7+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience.
Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
Proven ability to deliver measurable cost savings and business value.
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
Experience sourcing test and lab equipment, engineering services, contingent labor, or technical service providers.
Experience managing corporate services and indirect procurement categories in a technology, semiconductor, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
Knowledge of category management, supplier relationship management (SRM), and total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies.
Must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law.
May be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

Skills

Procurement
Strategic Sourcing
Category Management
Negotiation
Contract Management
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Spend Analysis
Market Trend Analysis
Risk Mitigation
Cost Savings Identification
Stakeholder Management
Communication
Analytical Skills

Location

Remote

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

7+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Salary/Compensations

127,270 - 190,000, $ per annum

Benefits

Eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans
New hire equity grant
Annual equity refreshers
Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back
Family support programs
Robust mental health resources
Recognition and service awards

About the Company

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world.
Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.
At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow.
For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com.