Procurement Manager - Own Brands all genders
Procurement Manager - Own Brands all genders
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Job Description
The Procurement Manager is responsible for the of the category & sourcing strategy for the Wet Food category cost price reduction supplier management and developing a global sourcing network in their respective category. In particular they work in close collaboration with Product Experts Procurement & Inventory teams and Asia sourcing office.
Your tasks:
- Is accountable for divising owning and implementing the category & sourcing strategy for their respective category
- Interacts closely with brand product and replenishment & inventory teams to align on overall priorities relevant for the planning and implementing of procurement activities
- Conducts global supplier sourcing either individually or through the Asia sourcing office and manages supplier selection process for new and existing products in close cooperation with product and brand teams
- Collaborates closely with Sourcing Cost Analyst to analyze relevant global category & sourcing market environment and product cost developments to ensure datadriven preparation of procurement activities and negotiations
- Prepares and executes the sourcing and tendering process (i.e. sourcing request for information request for quotation negotiations evaluation of results) in consideration of the defined category & sourcing strategy
- Conducts and leads negotiations on purchasing conditions & prices works out price agreements or frame contracts and leads continuous improvement plans with suppliers (e.g. ensuring availability of goods). Uses Asia sourcing office for the above for all suppliers engaged through it.
- Is responsible and accountable for developing awarding scenarios / supplier choices and communicates supplier related decisions to crossfunctional project team and procurement leadership
- Ensures the security of supply by monitoring suppliers capacities and agreements overseeing quality standards and maintaining adherence to timelines
- Conducts fact based supplier management and negotiates commercial penalties with them where relevant (e.g. OTIF quality claims) leveraging the Asia sourcing office for enhanced supplier oversight.
- Coordinates regular supplier evaluations and initiates supplier development initiatives to enhance capabilities and performance of the existing supplier portfolio
- Prepares management reporting on supplier performance indicators market analysis results and cost developments. Utilizes data exchange with Asia sourcing office and incorporates data received in Zooplus reporting.
- Ensures efficient operation and communication within crossfunctional network (between suppliers and Zooplus interfaces) to capture new product developments and cost reduction opportunities
- Works alongside external consultants where relevant
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and supplier information.
- Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Is responsible for a larger / more complex category / large Purchase volume versus Procurement Manager
Qualifications :
- Successfully completed business studies or comparable professional training
- At least 3 years of proven professional experience in sourcing buying and procurement (ideally in the ecommerce / omni channel retail / consumer goods sector) in food / non food categories. International businesses across multiple counties highly relevant.
- Experience in strategic purchasing activities tendering negotiation strategy development)
- Supply market knowledge (e.g. market structure insights screening capabilities) and supplier development capabilities
- Strong communication and negotiation skills combined with interdisciplinary thinking
- Strong analytical mindset and experienced in dealing with key business figures
- Project management experience and capability to successfully work in crossfunctional teams
- Very good knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel)
- Business fluent in English both written and spoken (additional foreign language(s) advantageous)
- Willingness to travel (also internationally)
Additional Information :
Additional Information:
With more than 1000 passionate professionals located across 6 European offices we believe our success comes from working together and leveraging our international strengths. Expect a hybrid work setup: 60 inoffice 40 remote collaborating with colleagues across locations.
Our benefits:
20 discount in our zooplus shop
Internal and external training
Team events
28 vacation days and days off on 24th and 31st of December
Corporate rates at a local gym chain (Body & Soul)
Company mobile phone for work and personal use
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zooplus is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.
zooplus is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
