The Procurement Manager is responsible for executing the category and sourcing strategy cost price reduction supplier management and developing a global sourcing network. Key responsibilities include:
- Devise own and implement the category & sourcing strategy for the respective category ensuring alignment with overall business priorities.
- Collaborate closely with brand product and replenishment & inventory teams to plan and implement procurement activities effectively.
- Conduct global supplier sourcing manage supplier selection processes and lead negotiations on purchasing conditions prices and continuous improvement plans.
- Analyse global category & sourcing market environments and product cost developments to ensure data-driven procurement activities and negotiations.
- Execute the sourcing and tendering process including requests for information and quotation in consideration of the defined category & sourcing strategy.
- Ensure security of supply by monitoring suppliers capacities overseeing quality standards and maintaining adherence to timelines.
- Conduct supplier evaluations initiate development initiatives and manage supplier performance including negotiating commercial penalties where relevant.
- Prepare management reports on supplier performance indicators market analyses and cost developments whilst maintaining accurate records of procurement activities and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications :
- Business studies degree or comparable professional training with 3-5 years of experience in sourcing buying and procurement preferably in e-commerce/retail/consumer goods sector
- Proven experience in strategic purchasing activities including tendering negotiation and strategy development
- Strong communication negotiation and analytical skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and business fluent in English (additional languages advantageous)
- Supply market knowledge and supplier development capabilities
- Willingness to travel internationally
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% in-office 40% remote collaborating with colleagues across locations.
Our benefits:
20% discount in our zooplus shop
Internal and external training
Team events
#LI-Hybrid
Two extra vacation days and days off on 24th and 31st of December
Private medical care and life insurance
Multicafeteria system including Multisport card
zooplus is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time