Category Lead, Capital Equipment (CAPEX) at Ciena · United States · Joined
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Category Lead, Capital Equipment (CAPEX)
Ciena · United States · Just now · 0 applicants
NewRemoteFull-timeSenior
Pay
$115k–$184kListed
Workplace
Remote
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Source: jobright · Posted by joined-scrapper
About the role
Ciena seeks a Category Lead to own global CAPEX category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationships for capital equipment investments. The role combines commercial negotiations, risk and supplier performance management, and cross-functional partnership with engineering, operations, manufacturing, and finance.
What you’ll do
Lead global category management and strategic sourcing for capital equipment
Develop and execute category strategies for capital investments
Negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers
Manage supplier performance and risk
Partner with engineering, operations, manufacturing, and finance teams
Support equipment investments and drive measurable cost savings
What you’ll need
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field
7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or category management
Experience managing capital equipment, laboratory infrastructure, manufacturing technology, automation systems, or test equipment
Proven track record leading complex commercial negotiations and delivering cost savings and TCO improvements
Strong understanding of contract development, risk management, supplier performance management, and sourcing strategy
Experience with ERP systems and procurement technologies
Original job description
Ciena is seeking a Category Lead for Capital Equipment (CAPEX) to lead global category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management for capital investments. The role develops category strategies, negotiates commercial agreements, manages supplier performance and risk, and partners across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and…