Job Description
The Global Procurement Specialist will be responsible for supporting and assisting the Category Management strategy by gathering and anticipating business unit supply needs and specifications for the Raw Materials / Direct Materials category.
Daily Responsibilities
* Supporting the Category Manager with category strategy development, sourcing plan execution, and projects to optimize value.
* Assisting the Category Manager with continuous vendor improvement and managing relationships with key category vendors and business stakeholders.
* Developing and sustaining vendor and customer relationships, ensuring accountability exists within the managed category, and performance is tracked.
* Aligning with stakeholders and business leaders on their needs and providing project management support for multiple projects within budget and on time.
* Ensuring continuous quality and service from suppliers to support efficient business operations.
* Supporting category spend savings targets and objectives.
* Managing category supplier relationships and sourcing opportunities, including RFPs, negotiations, etc.
* Being accountable for contract agreements and addendums, ensuring valid contracts are in place.
* SOUND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AND DRIVING CONTINUOUS VALUE OUT OF THE CONTRACT.
* Assisting with negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder engagement activities for the Raw Materials Category as assigned.
* Ensuring category activities comply with appropriate GxPs and other applicable regulations.
Requirements
* A Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 2 years of related industry/category experience.
* Working knowledge with sourcing contracting tools, ERP's, and eRFx systems (Oracle, Zycus, Ariba, Other).
* Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate details clearly and effectively.
* Strong business acumen.
* Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
* Enjoy building relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to drive results.
About the Role
This role might be for you if you possess a combination of technical, business, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of procurement principles, practices, and procedures, as well as excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.