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Were growing fast. Our ambition is huge. Were about better ideas and better technologies. Its about finding better ways to work in more new markets and bright new categories.
Dyson is different. Our culture is unique. Its not easy or certainly not for everyone. But if you thrive on challengeand are excited by change it could be for you.
At Dyson we are encouraged to think differently challenge convention and be unafraid to make mistakes. Were creative collaborative practical and enthusiastic. But most of all were hugely passionate about what we do.
What you can expect
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role within a procurement team that is critical to realising Dysons ambitions. We are seeking individuals who can create a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic environment.
While this role is focused on marketing procurement you may be required to provide support across other categories from time to time. We are a lean team focused on driving real value in enabling a rapidly growing business.
Based in Dyson Business Services Krakow offices this role would suit someone looking to develop their procurement careers within category management and/ or general indirect role would be a 12 month FTC.
You should see your role as improving business outcomes rather than ticking boxes. The role will support the global marketing category procurement team within a 40-person Global Indirect Procurement Team located between the UK Chicago Amsterdam Stockholm Singapore Japan China Philippines and Malaysia.
Impact on Business
The Junior Category Manager will be responsible for supporting the execution of the overall category strategy to achieve or exceed agreed savings targets for the category.
Managing competitive bidding processes using Dysons preferred tool Ariba (RFIs RFPs e-auctions etc).
Support Senior Category Managers with management of strategic supplier relationships
Helping to develop a supply base to build the capacity and capability to deliver the business requirements.
Continually monitoring compliance across the indirect spend and driving corrective action as necessary.
Customers / Stakeholders
As part of the relevant Procurement Team support the development of dynamic robust forward-looking category plans based on business needs supply market dynamics and technological changes in marketplace.
Engage with stakeholders to keep them appraised of project progress as directed by your manager
Support supplier relationship management in the classification of new suppliers to determine the most appropriate SRM treatment.
Operational Effectiveness & Control
Support in delivering a pipeline of projects to achieve or exceed agreed savings target for the category.
Keep management appraised of issues and progress on projects.
Ensure category and project data (savings pipeline milestones risks issues taxonomy) is accurate and reflective of reality.
Ensure quality of content and compliance with relevant sourcing and category planning governance.
Bachelors Degree or equivalent.
Fluent oral and written English
Knowledge of Marketing category procurement
2 5 years experience in procurement with experience of RFPs RFIs RFxs
Base level understanding of contracting process (i.e Master Service Agreements & Statement of works)
Hungry to learn
Comfortable in a dynamic fast-paced challenging environment
Good numeracy & analytical skills
Able to work in diverse environments and adhere to highest ethical standards
Confidence and credibility with good communication and relationship management skills
Demonstrates personal energy productivity encouraging good resilience in others
A driven self-starter who can work autonomously and as part of a small team.
Identifies and raises opportunities and/or challenges
Commercially astute and with a strong eye for detail
Desirable
Knowledge of category procurement across one or more of Marketing Retail Professional Services IT Logistics
Experience of e-procurement processes systems & spend reporting (Ariba)
Skilled or capable of being skilled in all sourcing process disciplines
Experience of working with global teams
A competitive starting salary: from PLN 142100.00 annuallywith potential for a higher offer based on skills and experience. At Dyson Reward goes beyond just salary. Through a comprehensive package of Financial Lifestyle and Health Benefits we provide support tailored to every stage of life and the moments that matter most.
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