Global Category Buyer IT & Telecom
About Indirect Purchasing Team in Autoliv
The Global Category Management team is driving category strategies together with our divisional purchasing teams. We are positioning Indirect Purchasing as a strategic partner for our stakeholders to support Autolivs long term strategic goals and to guarantee a balanced supplier selection. We also continuously lead and execute general purchasing excellence activities to maximize the value delivered by Indirect Purchasing.
Job Description
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement cuttingedge procurement strategies for Global IT aligning with Autolivs objectives and goals.
- Supplier Excellence: Identify and evaluate toptier suppliers negotiate favorable terms and ensure timely delivery of highquality goods and services.
- Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and provide expert guidance on sourcing options and best practices.
- Innovation: Stay ahead of market trends and technological advancements to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior procurement team members sharing your expertise and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Job requirements
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in IT sourcing with a proven track record in strategic sourcing contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of IT services and related technologies with familiarity in stateoftheart sourcing strategies like eauctions.
- Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities with a datadriven approach to decisionmaking.
- Adaptability: Ability to work independently in matrix organization manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fastpaced environment. Proficiency in procurement tools and systems preferably with experience in SAP S2P and CLM systems.
Why Autoliv
- Impact: Be part of a company that is dedicated to saving lives and making a difference in the automotive industry.
- Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a global organization.
- Culture: Join a team that values innovation collaboration and excellence.
The role is based in Zug and will report to Global Category Manager IT & Telecom with a possibility to make a positive impact on our Indirect Purchasing roadmap.
Ideal start date: asap.
We will consider only directapplications with a CV and a motivation letter in English at this time. All applicants must have a valid work permit authorizing them to legally work in Switzerland.