Global Indirect Purchasing Manager

The new Global Indirect Purchasing Manager will be responsible for the management of the Indirect purchasing spend globally, as well as the continuous development of the Indirect purchasing involvement within the Group practices. Specific responsibilities include development of category strategies, identification of cost saving opportunities, facilitating and leading sourcing projects, supplier negotiation, and establishment and maintenance of supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the management of the Indirect purchasing spend globally; Continuous development of the Indirect purchasing involvement within the Group practices; Development of category strategies; Identification of cost saving opportunities; Facilitating and leading sourcing projects; Supplier negotiation; Establishment and maintenance of supplier relationships; Spearhead sourcing of a portfolio of the Group indirect categories in particular: marketing, logistics, IT, industrial capital equipment and general services; Lead and manage the Indirect Global team spread within Europe and Asia; Facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities; Establish beneficial working relationships with various internal groups across the organization; Prepare analyses of spend data, category supplier bases, and cost models; Manage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management and rethinking process

Requirements

Eight to ten years of sourcing experience in a range of indirect spend categories, especially marketing; Proven ability to manage Global teams and multicultural collaboration; Significant expertise being part of Purchasing team within different companies and contexts; Proven skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management; Proven process improvement experience and reorganization skills; Strength in meeting or exceeding project milestones and deliverables, while multitasking and prioritizing; Strong awareness and demonstrated accountability on cyber security and information protection principles; Excellent leadership, ability to lead people and lead change; Agility and speed of reaction at the base of problem solving, communication, and influencing skills within a matrix environment; Ability to establish supplier specifications in conjunction with subject experts, measure and drive conformance to specifications, and manage internal and supplier relationships to achieve desired results; Ability to provide fact-based strategy and sourcing recommendations

Benefits

Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced and challenging environment; Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the quality of products that millions of people use every day; Growth Opportunities: Develop your career within a leading global company; Wellbeing initiatives (engagement survey, welfare program, company restaurant, health insurance); Work-life balance (flexible work hours, smart working); Partnerships and shopping programs (special price for company products, external partnerships & discounts, smart lockers)