Our Opening and Your Responsibilities Summary You will become the go-to expert for assigned material categories, working in a tandem team with a category manager to drive standardization, continuous improvement and collaborate with our various R&D centers on new product development. You work as part of a 20+ people multi-cultural team located in the USA, Europe and China in a hybrid work environment, in a job what will be a constant learning experience. Successful onboarding, personal, and professional development are an integral part of how we manage our teams. Must be willing to relocate to Columbus OH Essential Duties and Responsibilities *Establish yourself as the go-to technical expert for automation, electric motors and network modules. *Collaborate with R&D, project and product managers in product development and engineering changes. *Identify and implement savings opportunities by applying your engineering and supply chain expertise. *Procurement strategy implementation in close collaboration with a category manager. *Supplier evaluation and selection, strategic supplier management (audits, performance reviews, negotiations) *Maintain the material library through the whole material lifecycle (introduction, maintenance, change, phase-out) *Coordinate multi-unit, cross-functional global projects and support both regional and global implementations *Other duties may be assigned What You Need to Succeed Education, Experience & Skills * Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field * Experience in R&D, supply chain management, consulting, key account management or related field * Experience in working within a global, cross-functional, and multicultural environment * Open-minded and engaged personality * Solid financial acumen and strong analytical skills * Ability to communicate ideas and push them through without having the authority to give directives * Ability to effectively present information and react to questions and requests from all levels of an organization. * Proficient user of MS Office, SAP * Excellent English written and oral communication skills are required Our Offer to You Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire. Tuition reimbursement, educational matching gift program, parental leave benefits as well as perks and discounts. All the benefits you would expect from a global leader such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits. Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing. A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation. Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards. A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment. About Mettler Toledo METTLER TOLEDO is a leading global supplier of precision instruments and services. We are recognized as an innovation leader and our solutions are critical in key R&D, quality control, and manufacturing processes for customers in a wide range of industries including life sciences, food, and chemicals. We operate throughout the world with a culture shaped byinnovationand international flair. Equal Opportunity Employment You can find more details in ourEqual Employment Opportunity Policy. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please clickhere. #usind1 We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification