Position Summary
Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. May assist more junior staff members with aspects of their job. Mainly works on supply chain challenges of diverse scope for Direct materials. Able to assess and advise other functions on improvements and risks. Applies best practices and knowledge of internal/external business challenges to improve products processes or services.
Position Responsibilities
Supports electronic Sourcing events in Ariba
Handles day to day transactions in SAP
Participates in standard contract negotiation strategy and development
Negotiates at actual and forecast demand level e.g. future buy volume rebates price breaks
Contribute ideas and analysis to Manager to develop Procurement strategy and cost saving initiatives
Drives and monitors short term and long-term plans with Suppliers
Performs supplier and market research from a variety of sources
Assists in the evaluation and selection of new suppliers
Applies experience of dealing with Customers and Suppliers to help inform and support strategy development and supplier negotiations
Manages non-strategic and strategic Direct supplier with low to medium complexity parts
Provides qualitative and quantitative supplier feedback in addition to scorecard to ensure supplier performance against KPI
Demonstrates ability to combine data from multiple sources in order to draw conclusions and apply when making decisions
Effectively analyzes the probability control and impact of identified risks
Identifies and examines alternative courses of action before choosing an approach
Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
Identifies opportunities for improvement and implements compliant solutions
Listed responsibilities are an essential but not exhaustive list of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.
Position Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Masters degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience
A seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization
Able to provide sourcing recommendations that are backed up with facts and data
Able to analyze data and identify solutions based upon facts and data
Able to co-ordinate and adjust own work tasks with others in order to meet deadlines
Resolves short - medium term issues to meet deadlines
Self-motivated yet knows when to seek assistance from more senior procurement management
Willing and able to adjust to multiple and changing work demands
All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.
Required Experience:
Senior IC