Hybrid role with an expectation to work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Responsible for managing commodities/categories, including goods and services that support the company and its customers.

Includes setting category strategies; developing supply base to meet company and customer requirements; supplier contracting and negotiations; supplier qualification; and establishing quality processes and resolving quality issues.

Emphasis is on strategy, supplier development, negotiations, business relationships, quality, cost, assurance of supply and predictability. Develops the company procurement strategies, policies and tactics required to achieve objectives. Primary objective is to reduce the cost of supply and meet demand requirements, business and quality specifications, and revenue goals. Adds value through managing performance aspects of major contracts and subcontracts.