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Role Overview:
Procurement Specialist supports the Unit Procurement Manager in executing sourcing plans for a specific unit working closely together with other functions in the same unit. He/she identifies local sourcing opportunities manages supplier tenders acts as contract owner for selected suppliers and manages related supplier relationships. He/she also supports individual customer projects with their specific needs and supports finding the optimal supplier set-up for these projects.
Key Responsibilities and Activities:
Direct Material & Spares
Works with the units business functions to understand needs
Identifies local Sourcing opportunities for direct materials and spare parts
Negotiates frame contracts and price lists with suppliers to be used within the unit for direct materials/spares
Acts as contract owner for direct material/spares suppliers
Supports the implementation of global/area category plans within his/her unit
Can act as a sourcing specialist also for the needs of other units in specific cases representing the needs of these other units towards suppliers.
Customer Projects
Defines source plans for customer projects and works closely with the project team to understand real customer needs
Runs RFQs for customer project-specific materials and negotiates contracts with suppliers for customer projects
Advises customer-facing roles on preferred suppliers and decides on suppliers for customer projects
Installations
Works with the units business functions to understand needs
Identifies local Sourcing opportunities for Installation subcontracting/subcontracted installation services
Negotiates frame contracts and price lists with suppliers to be used by the business for locally sourced installation subcontracting
Acts as contract owner for local installation subcontractor suppliers
Supports the implementation of global/Area category plans within his/her unit
Indirect
Collects business requirements from the unit to support sourcing projects for indirect spend
Supports the implementation of area/global level category plans and sourcing projects in a unit through additional local contract negotiations as needed
Supports the update of local instructions and policies provides guidance and supports business in following/using preferred suppliers and ensuring compliance
Are you the one
Educational and Language Requirements:
Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field.
Additional qualifications in Supply Chain Management or Procurement are advantageous.
Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential.
Professional and Technical Skills:
Strong supply market knowledge in the relevant area of spend.
Proficiency in supplier tendering negotiation and contract management.
Familiarity with supplier performance quality management and relationship management.
Knowledge of relevant technologies and systems in procurement.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
Familiarity with local procurement laws and supplier networks is a plus.
Experience working in an international/multinational environment is an advantage.
Core Competencies:
Effective stakeholder management abilities.
Expertise in change management processes.
Strategic and analytical mindset for cost optimization.
Are you ready to take on a dynamic role in procurement within a global organization We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are passionate about driving cost efficiency and supplier excellence.
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