Indirect Purchasing Buyer

• Deploys the segment(s) strategy in all sites of the region in close collaboration with GSL (Group Segment Leader) and local segment leader
• Contributes to annual purchasing budget process for the segment(s) in the region
• Thoroughly analyzes spend to detect saving opportunities
• Monitors and produces analysis on key performance indicators
• Collaborates with Group and Regional segment(s) teams to maximize value to the business and deploy best practices
• Builds and maintains relationships with suppliers assigned by Group Indirect Purchasing Segment Directors (global suppliers) and by Region Indirect Purchasing Manager (region suppliers) in order to achieve QCD performance
• Pilots Top Worst Suppliers meetings
• Proposes NBOH when necessary
• Acts as the escalation point in case of crisis
• Works closely with key suppliers to generate innovative ideas which enable business growth or improve process efficiency

Stakeholder Management:

• Ensures appropriate stakeholders are identified and managed
• Understands strategic business requirements
• Builds, maintains, and enhances relationships with stakeholders to ensure their buy-in of the segment(s) strategy

Sourcing Process Management:

• Manages the sourcing process such as supplier panel, RFI, RFP, Pre-So Co (Sourcing Committee), So Co and Auction to ensure compliance with policies, right selection of suppliers, supply, quality, service, and cost

Proactive Cost Management:

• Achieves cost control and cost reduction targets, adding value to areas of expenditure through strong total cost management in line with business goals and segment(s) strategy

Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Negotiates at tactical and strategic levels to develop local, regional, and global contracts

Market Knowledge and Insights:

• Uses thorough market knowledge and data analysis to gain critical insights that drive the segment(s) strategies and continuous improvement activities

Project Launch Management:

• Manages changes in cost and delivery schedules on supplier tooling