Buyer

2 weeks ago


Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Comau Full time

Summary

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As a key player reporting to the Purchasing Manager Romania and the Cluster Commodity Manager Integrated Equipment, your role involves overseeing Commodity Management for your local Commodity Group. You will be responsible for managing Supplier Relationships with Strategic Suppliers, developing Local Framework Agreements, and collaborating with Cluster Commodity Managers to establish both Local and Global Agreements. Your tasks include implementing the Commodity Strategy, executing Cost Reduction initiatives, and conducting Local and Global Sourcing and Benchmarking activities to source from Best Cost Countries (BCC).

Additionally, you will act as the primary point of contact for Purchasing within the COMAU Germany organization for your designated commodity, providing support for offering and project execution efforts within the Country.

Duties and Responsibilities

(these are the key duties and not an exhaustive list)

  • Implementing the Commodity Strategy at the Local level
  • Managing all Procurement and Sourcing activities for local projects related to your commodity
  • Building a strong cross-functional team with key stakeholders locally and globally
  • Nurturing Supplier Relationships with Local Strategic Suppliers and forming Local Framework Agreements
  • Assisting in developing offerings during the Proposal phase
  • Contributing to Global Sourcing and Benchmarking efforts in Best Cost Countries (BCC)
  • Reporting to the Purchasing Manager Romania and the Cluster Commodity Manager Integrated Equipment

Knowledge & Skills- Standard

  • Effective Time Management
  • Strong Negotiating & Influencing skills
  • Proficient in Quality Management & Problem-Solving
  • Familiar with Strategic Sourcing and Tendering processes
  • Knowledgeable about Procurement KPIs
  • Expertise in Commodity Management
  • Skilled in Cost Analysis / Value Analysis Techniques
  • Aware of Risk and resilience in the Supply Chain
  • Understanding of COMAU processes and technologies
  • Familiarity with Suppliers' processes and technologies
  • Proficiency in Digital Procurement ICT Tools
  • Competent in Supplier Performance Management
  • Contracts & Contract Management proficiency
  • Understanding of Supplier Development methodologies
  • Financial management for the supply chain knowledge
  • Effective Supplier Relationship Management

Behavioral Competencies

  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, multicultural environment
  • Adaptable and capable of working cross-culturally
  • Willingness to travel within your country / region
  • Demonstrates a proactive approach to driving change
  • Strong leadership and organizational abilities, with a knack for influencing and guiding others positively
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with a strong team-oriented mindset
  • Proactive and results-driven

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