Sourcing Manager (m/f/d)

Tasks

• Ensuring all procurement requests are executed in line with category guidance, and in compliance with relevant policies, standards, Guidelines, and operating procedures, including preferred supplier arrangements and contracting requirements
• Execute procurement requests in line with category guidance and compliance with policies, standards, guidelines, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Business stakeholders to understand and execute relevant procurement processes.
• Apply appropriate methodologies, tools, and value levers for effective procurement
• Work with Category Management teams to address end-user requirements and identify opportunities for aggregation and leverage
• Ensure consistent value delivery through continuous improvement methodologies, operational efficiencies, and optimal supplier performance
• Collaborate with legal and contracting functions for contracting activities, including the preparation and review of master agreements, statements of work, change orders
• Understand end user requirements as received directly or indirectly
• Leverage the applicable category guidance documents and procurement knowledge to determine the best method for driving value in meeting the request
• Execute support requests, applying continuous improvement methodologies where possible
• Ensure compliance to applicable policies, standards and operating procedures in order to maintain the organization's right to operate
• Communicate the status, progress, and outcomes of procurement activities
• Support the creation and review of relevant purchasing documentation
• Maintain information flows back to the Category Management teams

Must Haves

• University degree in business/supply chain or similar degree
• Min. 3 years procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying 
• Good communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind 
• Sourcing management experience in a technical field (electronics, mechanics) 
• Knowledgeable in systems and processes for efficient management of contract documentation, templates and processing tools (e.g. eSourcing, eAuction) 
• Business level fluency in English and German minimum B2 level
• Knowledge of business enterprise tools (SAP) 
• Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs
• Teamplayer

Nice to Have

• Post graduate business related qualification
• Documented international Strategic Sourcing or cost reduction experience.
• Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies
• Life Sciences experience
• Professional purchasing (e.g. CIPS, ISM) or Finance related licenses or certifications
• Experience with enterprise systems and procure-to-pay tools and eSourcing tools
• Competence or fluency in German language is strongly encouraged
• Chemicals, adhesives and hydraulic/pneumatic systems

Benefits

• Work with modern tools in an innovative working environment.
• Experience a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion, where all employees feel valued.
• Benefit from financial support for your professional development plans.
• Take advantage of attractive discounts at renowned retailers and over 200 top brands all year round.
• Benefit from fleet discounts when purchasing new cars or receive ongoing discounts on fuel with our fuel card.

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Kontakt
Selina Schumacher

Arbeitsort
Rotkreuz

Pensum
100%

Position
Mitarbeiter

Branche
Industrie + Produktion