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Chicago, IL
Category Buyer
Chicago, IL
Schmeler and Sons
Chicago, IL
Category Buyer
- Assesses and manages supplier performance for continuous improvement by leading supplier meetings
- Executes category strategy developed by Category Manager
- Assist in Supplier Management activities for MRO, Energy and Real Estate providers
- Supplier Performance Management (QCLDM)
- Provide leadership for sourcing, logistics and resource management decisions
- Develops collaboration with the vendor to drive cost saving through operational improvements in the supply chain
- Global Category/Catalog Strategy Development, Management, & Execution
Houston, TX
Regional Category Buyer
Houston, TX
Rodriguez, Jones and Stanton
Houston, TX
Regional Category Buyer
- Support the development of supply strategies for the North American region. Work closely with the business unit and the Procurement network to develop and implement sourcing strategies for products related to this portfolio
- Lead and manage sourcing process (RFI, RFQ, RFP, etc.) for key strategic contracts and highly complex negotiations to ensure the most competitive supply advantage for BASF
- Conduct market intelligence research by interacting with key suppliers, industry associations, and internal stakeholders to collect industry relevant information and rationalizing to assess impact current and future to BASF
- This position exists to support day-to-day supply stream procurement activities for the assigned category mix. The position will support the implementation of category strategies. Also, it will provide regional input related to supply and demand market dynamics for the development of the category strategy. The position will routinely engage with the associated business units and suppliers in an effort to align supplier capabilities with BASF strategic priorities and explore creative and strategic supply solutions for new and existing raw materials
- Assist NA Regional Procurement Head in defining the yearly action plan including: budget forecasting, mapping exercise, coverage and savings targets, standard costs, strategies for sourcing and business integration
- Working Knowledge of SAP, e-Shopping, and e-sourcing systems
- Mastery in contract strategies and management, specifically of contracts for engineering consulting, construction, services and equipment purchases
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Detroit, MI
Steel & Fabrication Category Buyer
Detroit, MI
Deckow, Johns and Nicolas
present
Detroit, MI
Steel & Fabrication Category Buyer
present
- Assist in the development and implementation of category strategies
- Manage purchase order dates and delivery from suppliers to support continuous production
- Interface with Supplier Quality and Category Manager on the production part approval process and quality regarding supplier issues
- Completely understand the steel market indices and report to management identified trends and forecast
- Support Benchmarking and Continuous Improvement to the category supply base
- Manage the relationships with suppliers within the category spend
- Own all functions of the supply chain process from purchase order through invoice reconciliation and closing PO
Education
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain
Webster University
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain
Skills
Skills
- Procurement knowledge and experience including negotiation skills, knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies and knowledge of supply chain
- Familiarity and clear understanding of market areas related to specific work categories IT/Office/Business; finance knowledge; business development and marketing plans; business accounting
- Knowledge of procurement legislation and EU procurement law
- Ability to work as part of a team or in isolation
- Time management skills and ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to organise and plan effectively in a demanding environment
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience
- Experience of costing methods and valuation and ability to analyse financial information and identify risk
- Strong negotiation skills and an experienced within a procurement environment with experience of group frameworks with suppliers and service providers nationally including SRM skills at a variety of senior level stakeholders such as departmental leads and business heads
- Evidential experience and track record of ‘best in class’ supply chain delivery in a similar role within a complex organisational structure and having demonstrable experience of significant cost-savings
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Business Services Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Develop, deliver and lead sourcing and vendor management strategies
- Lead cross function project teams where required
- Provide forecast savings (and actuals where required)
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- A 4 year Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible job related experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, and/or Engineering
- Ability to lead teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- The position requires an undergraduate degree from a college or university – or equivalent experience
- Functional leadership. Capable of leading teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
- Effective communicator, in written and oral form. Fluent in the English language and preferred other languages
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles as applied by Caterpillar and our suppliers
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience (engineering, quality, manufacturing and/or purchasing)
- Strong computer skill i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Experience in purchasing, manufacturing, and/or engineering of at least 6 years desired
- Experience in fabrications purchasing, quality or engineering
- Experience with Caterpillar BCP products in the NPI area
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible and accountable for development, and/or communication and implementation of a local or regional sourcing strategy for Hydraulics & Power Train Categories
- Managing policies, agreements, source catalogues, and special purchasing programs; and supporting specific Product line(s) NPI programs
- B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Industrial engineering or equivalent with 7-12 years of experience in purchasing
- Experience in powertrain components/engine/transmission/drivetrain exposure is must
- Experience is preferred in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Coordinates across North America with regional and global as needed regarding all Engineering software team leadership staff
- Strong contract languague knowleadge. Ability to interpret and negotiate contract language with input form team leadesrship and legal staff
- Leads the strategic sourcing process through corss funtional teams in order to make fact based decisions regarding supplier selections with consituent support
- Develops/implements effective procuremant strategies
- Leads continuos cost reduction/value improvement activity, creates and uses cost-models and assures communication plants to key stakeholders
- Category business strategy development and execution
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint ans Outlook
- Interac effecivety with clients, GSM and legal staff to assure contracts are structured to maximize benefits for all constuitent
- Strong negotiation and confict resolution skills
- Strong project management and bussines planning skills
- Ability to create a culture thet fosters teamwork and encourages accountability both with internal and external partners
- Problem Solving skills
- Willingass to work flexible hours
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Category Buyer, Global Technology Company Resume Examples & Samples
- Procure equipment to fulfil sales orders
- Procure 'just in time' to achieve maximum profit and to minimise risk
- Negotiate / ensure best price
- Monitor spend compliance
- Ensure relevant information is added to the Purchase Order
- Provide input for review of suppliers
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Procurement Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Ensure the correct sources of supply for all indirect purchases in Marketing, Sales, Professional Services, and Corporate Spend categories
- Devise, own and drive the associated procurement category strategies, becoming expert in the market dynamics of the categories in scope
- Maintain responsibility for the contracted supply base meeting all forecast and service requirements
- Input into preparing the annual indirect budgets and provision of data to the Finance Team to ensure Gross Margin & KPI reports can be completed on a timely basis
- Competitively secure services through RFx, eAuction and other methods, with the aim of securing best supplier TCO value and performance
- Negotiate the vendor contracts within the role's category remit in line with Company (Group) requirements and within all legislative guidelines
- Own and manage the indirect vendor base risk exposure and contingency process
- Fully participate in the strategic planning and development of essential procurement policies and procedures to meet business needs
- Be the central Subject Matter Expert for all spend data mining and spend analysis from SPA BO; collate regional Procurement performance monthly, quarterly and annual reports
- Improve and develop all Procurement processes and operational management requirements such as contracting reports, risk exposure databases, and vendor SRM frameworks
- Publish & communication Procurement Delivery metrics on a regular frequency as required
- Proven delivery and experience (5 years minimum) working in a fast paced environment with a particular bias on marketing and sales procurement in a FMCG, technology or services company
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of budgets and cost management, along with KPI management and reporting experience
- Fully knowledgeable of legislative requirements relating to purchasing of goods and services
- Able to think strategically and contribute to the strategic business agenda
- Procurement systems, an intermediate to advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint experience, and experience of SAP and SAP BO
- Business related degree level and/or relevant Purchasing Qualifications required
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Gather requirements, project plan, analyze data, develop solution options, and monitor performance results for the NA Ground Team
- A 4 year Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum 3 years of job-related experience in Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain, and/or Engineering
- Experience Building and Analyzing cost data using Excel, Access, or similar programs
- Strong Communication and Presentation skills
- Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management (APICS)
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Working with the Marketing & Merchandising team to procure Retail fixtures/POS/POP material/ marketing services, etc. to support the Sales and Marketing strategy
- Defining purchasing strategy: Define in-depth category strategy along with the best suited supplier portfolio (for a division or a category). Develop Market intelligence tool on categories. Drive changes in the market structure. Input, build and/or challenge category strategies
- Empanelment of suppliers, reviewing commercial agreements, contract management and managing supplier relationships
- Challenge, improve or develop a long term vision of the supplier portfolio strategy. Conduct improvement projects with strategic suppliers. Identify the suppliers bringing innovation
- Facilitate creative input to enable cost reduction and improvement of overall productivity
- Segment the purchasing domains and define the purchasing policy for the category (POS/POP/Promo/Marketing services : excludes factory and media for the time being)
- Check that the category purchasing complies with the purchasing process defined in the Group’s regulations and Ethics Charter
- Watch that the suppliers fulfil the criteria defined in agreement with the Group & procurement policy
- Design, schedule and coordinate the evaluation of the suppliers performance
- Reporting of purchasing KPI’s to the ZONE team
- Choose and run value analysis plans with key internal stakeholders
- Participate and potentially drive inter-division work teams for common studies and actions( standardization)
- Internal customer satisfaction is a must
- Must have knowledge on Point of sales material like permanent displays (Wall units/retail projects/shop in shop design/retail counters etc.) and temp display (FSU/CTU/Table top/glorifier/tent card/parasites etc.)
- Must have knowledge of Offset & Digital printing
- Experience on sourcing for various marketing services such as design creation, creative agencies, sales animation etc
- Thorough knowledge on procurement process. Aggressive Negotiation skills, understanding of Contracting Terms, worked on SAP/ERP will be preferred
- A plus : Marketing or retail experience including creative, media and digital
- High Integrity, ethical and unbiased approach is the foremost requirement
- Enthusiastic , passionate ,Proactive and well-rounded personality
- Should be a team player and motivator to other members of the team. Work closely with the stakeholders with great flexibility yet ensuring control of processes
- Engages with stakeholders to understand requirements in detail
- Outstanding written and oral communication
- Must be self-aware, strong collaborator and have strong leadership skills. Must have good interpersonal skills; possess empathy, high level of accountability, curiosity & creativity at work with great business acumen
- Must be able to develop strategic vision and purpose, set priorities, develop KPI’s and be able to drive for results
- Is able to operate autonomously to drive projects. Can analyze, develop and implement concepts and commercial solutions as a subject matter expert within the marketing and sales categories. Awareness and involvement outside of own subject area including understanding changes within sourcing and procurement and innovative marketing and retail concepts that occur. Must have strong analytical skills, influencing , persuasion skills
- Is able to see big picture as well as understand and effect change to detail and communicate effectively. Capable of taking decisions independently and prioritizes own work
- Activates internal and external networks to leverage departmental and functional synergies
- Integrity
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Site Category Buyer Metals & Castings Resume Examples & Samples
- Identifications of best possible sources for respective category (RFI, RFQ)
- Supplier classification, material categorization
- Implements projects via defined change management process
- Manages supplier relationships & performance management in the key suppliers for the category
- Manages the Suppliers within the respective category (change management, contract negotiations, payment queries, supplier classifications, supplier management, supplier phase out, etc. )
- Maintains & updates records within ERP system ( material, supplier master data)
- Creates scheduling agreements & quality contracts within ERP system
- Manages internal/external client relationship within their area of responsibility
- Support the Operations (site buyers, planners)
- Progresses, tracks & reports the results of the Category
- Technical/engineering background
- English language is a must, german is an advantage
- Cultural competence to work across an international company and supply base
- A change agent and structured project manager for improving results through a matrix organization
- Experience with safety critical parts and industries that have strong regulatory / quality requirements, e.g. oil/gas, automotive, aerospace, industrial
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Successful management of high-value purchases
- Shape of local tenders, rules and directives according to the global procurement strategies
- Establishment of local procurement strategies
- Vendor optimization
- Contact the suppliers, supplier performance optimization
- Market tracking, constant monitoring of market and local price trends
- Participation in global procurement projects
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Procurement Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage a commodity locally / nationally / internationally as required
- Contribute to the formulation and implementation of the global strategy for the commodity and also deliver he UK Strategy
- Develop a sound knowledge of the relevant market and Supplier practices
- Negotiate Framework Agreements and specific contracts for his / her commodities and define logistic procedures within the supply chain, ensuring the procure to pay process is delivered as part of contract deployment
- Manage the Supplier database for his / her commodity
- Define and implement the commodity communication plan for both internal and external use (i.e., for Clients and Suppliers)
- Manage Supplier relationships, ensuring continuous performance improvement and implementing the necessary action plans, (e.g., dispute resolution, delivery time & quality improvements). Tools that may be used, International Business Reviews, (IBR) and Strategic Business Reviews (SBR,s) ensuring that a 360 degree review is undertaken for all suppliers that are identified as Strategic and that this methodology of Supplier Relationship Management is deployed where practical with all suppliers in the Commodity
- Work with and share ideas with other Commodity Procurement staff across Procurement Shared Services, Domains and other countries to identify potential synergies
- Validate Purchase Orders and sign contracts on behalf of Business Units, in accordance with the delegated authorisation rules
- Where required to demonstrate through Strategy Management that Risk in the Supply Chain to Thales has been identified and mitigation effects are in place and are a part of any Strategic Commodity Review undertaken
- Business Graduate or relevant commercial experience
- Strong Customer Service / Stakeholder Management skills
- Procurement knowledge desirable
- Ability to influence and impact, developing a vision
- Ability to influence a multidisciplinary team
- Command of contemporary procurement techniques
- Must be service oriented towards Internal Clients
- Wide ranging and varied experience in the procurement / supply chain function required
- Experience of working within an international environment an advantage
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Execution of global/regional strategies for MRO, Energy and Real Estate, in alignment with business priorities
- Partner with Category Leads to deliver annual value improvements and drive competitive advantage
- Lead negotiation with suppliers on projects
- Assist in Supplier Management activities for MRO, Energy and Real Estate providers
- Partner with Global Services to ensure effective support to business needs
- Facilitate the development, implementation, and maintenance of processes, policies, guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, and Business Operating Principles
- Broad-based understanding of core Procurement areas of focus – MRO, Energy, Real Estate
- Strong verbal and written communication skill with ability to confidently present complex information both internally and with suppliers
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Vie-junior Category Buyer Workforce Subcontracting Resume Examples & Samples
- Entrepreneurship and pro-active attitude
- Good communication and team spirit
- Curiosity
- Sense of humour
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Global Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Source external precious metal-based products and services based on business demands
- Manage toller selection, negotiation, contract management and reconciliation in compliance with BASF global procurement guidelines and principles
- Work with BASF sites to understand product and service needs, develop demand forecasts, and execute on sourcing needs
- Manage operational execution of external sourcing, which includes qualification/packaging/shipping/release of materials for external processing, witnessing, release of purchase orders, precious metal accounts management, metal purchases/transfer, account reconciliation
- Work with external suppliers to identify and resolve technical issues as necessary to optimize business outcomes
- Support make-vs-buy decisions
- Represent BASF to our third-party supplier base, while gaining exposure to the precious metals industry
- Attend trade events and visit suppliers as appropriate
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Typo-category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive the allocated categories by giving the customer what they want, when they want it, at the right price resulting in increased sales
- Ensure product and colour selection results in a cohesive range that can be cross referenced with other categories to allow for easy customer selection and multiple purchases
- Implement tiering of each category to have entry level styles at low retail, high quantity, high margin balanced with on trend tiers with “must have styles” of higher retail, smaller quantity
- Work with Supply Chain to plan and purchase to budget
- Purchase product to ensure best price is negotiated so margin is met for the market retail price
- Identify forward seasonal trends and translate to our market
- Ensure all planning tools are maintained
- Set and follow (with Production manager) production timelines to allow required lead times to achieve in store planned date
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Procure equipment to fulfil sales orders in accordance with established procedures and timescales to achieve client SLA
- Procure “just in time” to achieve maximum profit, minimised risk whilst ensuring maximum cash flow
- Negotiate / ensure best price whilst monitoring spend compliance and exceptions
- Ensure relevant info is added to the Purchase order (e.g. discounts, trade-in offers)
- Service levels & commercial risk to be transferred to supplier where appropriate
- Working towards MCIPS or willingness to study
- Ideally previous IT Procurement experience of approx. 3years
- Procurement / negotiating skills
- Understanding supplier purchasing tools such as Cisco & Alcatel
- Understanding of supplier analysis and reporting
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Category Buyer, Purchasing Resume Examples & Samples
- Drive purchasing savings, KPIs and compliances
- Supplier relationship Management on contracting and performance on service, quality and deliverability
- Communication with stakeholders on market practice/trends, recommendation and implementation of effective and cost-efficient purchase methodology and process
- Degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain Management or related discipline
- Independent, initiative and result-orientated
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Procure equipment and 3rd party UK support contracts to fulfil sales orders in accordance with established procedures and timescales to achieve customer SLA
- Work with both European and Global teams to ensure efficient and cost effective back out of UK business
- Negotiate / ensure best price and service to achieve maximum profit whilst monitoring spend compliance and exceptions with minimised risk
- Ensure support back offs occur with technology orders where applicable
- Ensure relevant information is added to the Purchase Order (service levels, asset data, locations etc.)
- Ideally previous experience in IT industry
- Demonstrable savings contribution within the supply chain
- Sound academic record
- Good communication skills at varying levels
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Global Category Buyer / Team Leader Resume Examples & Samples
- Support purchase order creation process flow
- Lead sourcing processes (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, etc.) including commercial analysis, negotiation, selection, contracting
- Establish contracts, including business KPIs ensuring terms and conditions are supported, formally agreed to and documented
- Review supplier performance collaboratively with key internal stakeholders
- Conduct market intelligence research by interacting with key suppliers, industry associations, and internal stakeholders to collect industry relevant information and rationalizing to assess impact current and future to BASF
- Manage the leadership and disciplinary responsibilities of a team of category buyers
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Working with the Marketing and Merchandising team to procure Retail fixtures / Point of Sales (POS) / Point of Purchase (POP) material / marketing services, etc. to support the Sales and Marketing strategy
- Defining purchasing strategy: Define in-depth category strategy along with the best suited supplier portfolio (for a division or a category), develop market intelligence tool on categories, drive changes in the market structure. Input, build and challenge category strategies
- Segment the purchasing domains and define the purchasing policy for the category (Point of Sale / Point of Purchase / Promo / Marketing services : excludes factory and media for the time being)
- Reporting of purchasing Key Performance Indicator (KPI’s) to the ZONE team
- Must have knowledge on Point of sales material like permanent displays (Wall units / retail projects / shop in shop design / retail counters etc.) and temp display (FSU / CTU / Table top / glorifier / tent card / parasites etc.)
- Must have knowledge of Offset and Digital printing
- Thorough knowledge on procurement process, aggressive negotiation skills, understanding of Contracting Terms, worked on SAP / ERP will be preferred
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Meet customer requirements by demonstrating best value for money, through compliance with category priorities and contracts, and by actively managing the market place through development of key strategies for customer, supplier and contract management
- Operate under approved frameworks, processes and systems that are in place; providing a comprehensive and effective sourcing and purchasing function mirroring strict industrial governance standards
- Meeting and exceeding customer requirements by providing innovative solutions and demonstrating best value
- Support the Senior Category Managers and Category Managers in delivery of cost and efficiency savings across a national footprint of Trusts and other public sector bodies, by analysing current spend in specific categories to support the development of procurement/commercial strategies
- Support contract compliance in allocated categories, pursuing procurement excellence through the implementation of efficient and effective procurement projects within key market
- Support the promotion of integrated alignment of strategic aims and policy objectives, thereby ensuring stakeholders and customer commitment with sourcing plans are compliant over the long term
- Future proofing contract decisions by conducting robust research and fact based market intelligence to support the adoption of innovation, evaluation and introduction of new and emerging technologies
- Procurement knowledge and experience including negotiation skills, knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies and knowledge of supply chain
- Familiarity and clear understanding of market areas related to specific work categories IT/Office/Business; finance knowledge; business development and marketing plans; business accounting
- Knowledge of procurement legislation and EU procurement law
- Ability to work as part of a team or in isolation
- Time management skills and ability to work to deadlines
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and stakeholder influencing skills
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience
- Project management (Prince 2) experience
- Public sector or healthcare experience
- Experience of running and completing tenders
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Contract and bid processes, standards, and protocol
- Effectively using organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow through
- Maintaining contract data in the corporate ERP and records systems (PeopleSoft, SharePoint, eRecords)
- Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships to drive early engagement and deliver value
- Experience negotiating construction, engineering and/or other professional services agreements preferred
- Prior experience with PeopleSoft preferred
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- This position would require sound Procurement / Sourcing skills (e.g. RFP, negotiations, analytics, cost analysis) and sound decision making skills
- The role would be considered mid-level procurement capabilities with the opportunity to develop into a more skilled category leader within 1-5 years
- The role will require working with current category leaders to support sourcing opportunities, work on various spend and cost analytics and develop and drive certain strategies such as Coupa catalogue sourcing
- There will be individual projects to be led by this role
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Raise and expedite Non-Stock Purchase Orders on behalf of the business
- Negotiate favourable prices, terms and conditions with preferred suppliers
- Negotiate contracts and/or framework agreements including Service Level Agreements
- Identify and mitigate commercial risk at all times
- On-boarding of new suppliers as required by the business
- Ideally, at least 2 years related procurement experience
- Working towards or willingness to study towards MCIPS qualification
- Experience of scoping and writing RFI’s / RFP’s within the Indirect Category
- Familiarity with supplier analysis and reporting of performance metrics
- Demonstrable savings contribution within a medium/ large sized corporate organisation/s
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Packaging Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Purchasing degree or equivalent (Nevi I/II or equivalent)
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Procurement roles
- Experience with Packaging materials, equipment, processes and supply-base
- Technical affinity and/or knowledge on food processing industry
- Good verbal & written communication skills in English and preferably Dutch, German or French
- Good negotiation skills (internal customers, suppliers)
- Analytical and strategic thinking
- Integrity, solid and trustworthy
- Prepared to travel 20% of your time, mainly Europe
- Knowledge of Process Improvement Tools and Processes
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Flexibility, autonomous working and assertiveness is a must
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Tgs-multi Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Manage certain negotiation processes / categories as requested by TGS Category Manager
- Manage delegation/awarding on budget addition cases (according to the different scenarios available in the regulation) for a large group of category. And provide support with Supplier registration and RFX publication
- Collaborate with Corporate Processes Unit in monitoring the correct application of Procurement norms
- Identify potential efficiency improvements in the current Process and Systems in the Telefonica Procurement Model
- Execute ad-hoc support to the area Director on selected activities (i.e. reporting)
- Work together with Category Leaders in the tasks associated to the procurement process (publication of RFX, purchase process delegation, supplier registration, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree or a medium-level qualification in Business Administration an advantage
- Knowledge on Telefonica Procurement Model: Regulations, process and IT tools especially regarding the Global Purchasing Committee
- Knowledge of the management of Telefónica e-commerce platform
- Good Communication skills in written and speaking
- Advanced user of Excel
- Customer-orienten
- Organized person - able to maintain multiple tasks under control and capable of prioritizing activities
- MS-Office suite
- Ariba
- English (written and spoken), Spanish (Spoken and written)
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Global Category Buyer Logistics Resume Examples & Samples
- Relevant procurement experience
- Role to be based in Istanbul
- Arabic language desired
- Involving people in issues that affect them. Facilitating dialogue between team members so they understand the links between their different ideas and perspectives. Bringing team members into the discussion so they can contribute their ideas
- Gaining the buy-in of others by showing the advantages, benefits and features of own solutions and ideas
- Seeking to raise levels of performance by establishing an improvement process, or setting specific, measurable targets and goals linked to GSK business needs
- Taking a one-off, specific action to raise value to customers by meeting a specific customer request or solving an immediate customer problem. Good verbal and written communication skills
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Steel & Fabrication Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Use MRP to maintain proper inventory levels. (Update item attributes, …)
- Completely understand the steel market indices and report to management identified trends and forecast
- Completely understand fabrication requirements and product flow
- Own all functions of the supply chain process from purchase order through invoice reconciliation and closing PO
- Interface with Supplier Quality and Category Manager on the production part approval process and quality regarding supplier issues
- Assist in the development and implementation of category strategies
- Work with manufacturing sites to establish a cycle / schedule whereby requirements and forecasts are provided
- Execute strategic buys to support manufacturing requirements
- When possible take advantage of applicable international opportunities
- Supplier negotiations to obtain best prices
- As applicable, determine timing for economical spot buys and make recommendations to management
- Support all applicable manufacturing facilities in North America in matrix organization
- Coordinate drop shipments as applicable
- Manage the relationships with suppliers within the category spend
- Schedule supplier reviews and assessment of supplier sites based on strategic importance and spend
- Manage purchase order dates and delivery from suppliers to support continuous production
- Responsible to compliance spend policies
- Responsible to drive to attain cost savings target
- Analysis and issuing reports on purchasing activity
- Support Benchmarking and Continuous Improvement to the category supply base
- Minimum requirement is for an undergraduate degree in a business related field
- 5-10 years management experience in a steel category buying, fabrication buying, supply chain management or closely associated role
- Use of Oracle or similar MRP tool
- Strong knowledge of steel as a commodity
- Strong knowledge of fabrication sourcing
- Strong negotiating and buying skills / experience
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, diagram, verbal. Or scheduled form
- Strong verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Strong MS Office skills with Excel, Power Point, and Word
- Multilingual not required but preferred
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Regional Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Support the development of supply strategies for the North American region. Work closely with the business unit and the Procurement network to develop and implement sourcing strategies for products related to this portfolio
- Lead and manage sourcing process (RFI, RFQ, RFP, etc.) for key strategic contracts and highly complex negotiations to ensure the most competitive supply advantage for BASF
- Relationship management for key suppliers, which will include monitoring performance metrics, resolving claims and/or disputes, market intelligence, and other contributing factors affecting supply availability and pricing of products procured
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to manage relationships with internal partners as well as suppliers. Must be team-oriented and capable of working in a multi-task environment with ability to make and implement decisions with limited information
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Regional Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- This position exists to support day-to-day supply stream procurement activities for the assigned category mix. The position will support the implementation of category strategies. Also, it will provide regional input related to supply and demand market dynamics for the development of the category strategy. The position will routinely engage with the associated business units and suppliers in an effort to align supplier capabilities with BASF strategic priorities and explore creative and strategic supply solutions for new and existing raw materials
- Demonstrated problem solving skills with business value creation know how. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to manage relationships with internal partners as well as suppliers
- Must be team-oriented and capable of working in a multi-task environment with ability to make and implement decisions with limited information
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- To serve as the primary contact between Caterpillar and the supply base for global/regional initiatives, including filling the functional seat for commercial discussions/negotiations with suppliers,
- Being the recognized expert for his or her assigned portion of the global category, supports development and execution of global category strategies, and drives performance excellence in Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) through direct leverage with the supply base partnering with Supplier Development Professional (SDP) personnel and Product/Facility Procurement organizations
- Buyer may also be a Supplier Lead for suppliers with multiple source buyers. This Supplier Lead role will help to manage the supplier relationship for that supplier’s location including but not limited to Supplier Relationship Mgmt., Supplier Performance Mgmt., Cost Mgmt., Risk Mgmt., and Category Network Mgmt
- This role is responsible and accountable for the development, and/or communication and implementation of a regional, and worldwide sourcing strategy. Responsible for development, management and execution of the global category strategy managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs. Accountable for the liaison with the corresponding source buyers
- Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred, e.g.; Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory management (CPIM) and Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), or comparable international certification
- This individual normally possesses category purchasing or product purchasing experience
- Capable of leading teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
- Strong Negotiator, able to interpret, analyse and negotiate contractual cost elements
- Understanding of QCLDM
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Assistant Category Buyer / Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible for managing the Oil category from contract perspective and be accountable for Procurement, development of contract strategies, global alignment and implementation of the contracts & strategies and also managing creation, commercial Bidding & evaluation of tenders
- Manage relationships with global and local stakeholders and drive global alignment and compliance with all relevant internal procedures and external legal requirements
- Follow Supplier Relationship Management framework by proactive engagement in vendor performance management, supplier relationship management and leading vendor visits, audits and workshops
- Conduct online e-sourcing tenders on Ariba platform
- Primary responsibilities will be effective management of supply chain activities for Maersk Oil & Gas business
- Ensure complies with SOPs, Procedures and contracts
- Handle all requirements from different BUs, analyze requirements / RFQs with standard Contract agreements, carry out risk analyses and introduce negotiation recommendations (case to case basis)
- Place orders with consideration of optimal price, delivery time and quality
- Prepare, conduct, follow-up and update on weekly meetings with the stakeholders
- Manage supplier relationships for successful execution of the orders
- Participate in rate negotiations, contract / agreement / PO preparation, Invoice Management, etc
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Primary contact between Caterpillar and the supply base for global/regional initiatives,
- Negotiations with Suppliers
- Accountable for the development, and/or communication and implementation of a, regional, or worldwide sourcing strategy
- Development, management and execution of the global category strategy - managing policies, agreements, source catalogues, and special procurement programs
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and purchasing new product introduction activities within Purchasing
- Identify the potential for cost and inventory reductions, and quality improvement
- Ensure soundness of business proposals and risk assessment
- Review the current performance of the supply network, evaluate strategic options, decide a course of action, and begin implementation
- Collaborate with Supplier Development Engineers, to ensure continuous improvement in QCLDM with key suppliers
- The position may require travel
- Degree in a relevant business discipline or equivalent experience
- Extensive progressively responsible job-related experience in purchasing within a manufacturing environment
- Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred
- Experience in leading teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
- Category team or product team experience. Functional leadership
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Regional Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Assist NA Regional Procurement Head in defining the yearly action plan including: budget forecasting, mapping exercise, coverage and savings targets, standard costs, strategies for sourcing and business integration
- Develop clearly defined strategic orientations in relation to the supplier and technology market analysis
- Assist NA Regional Procurement Head in the action plan review/validation with the global category management team
- Lead the efforts in finding new supplier and technology market opportunities
- Lead supplier relationship management activities with strategic suppliers
- Develop strong partnerships with their main internal customers and business stakeholders
- Build sourcing strategies and operational action plans for his/her purchasing segments
- Develop reports and highlights, activity dashboards and relevant KPIs to monitor and manage his/her activities
- Support the global Capex Procurement Best Practices, and regional initiatives and functions in order to improve Sanofi corporate performance
- Support NA cost savings targets and document accordingly
- Support global initiatives and lead global or regional negotiations where appropriate
- Ensure that all needs and key projects are identified and challenged for his/her perimenter of responsibilities
- Manage all operational and functional activities related to his/her perimeter and/or assigned project(s)
- Propose improvement plans to which are aligned with the Supplier Diversity and Sustainability goals
- Develop the strategies for the management of team (s) and/or project (s) and/or critical purchasing activities
- Manage and optimize when required /relevant the human resources to fulfill the team’s target
- Lead and conduct RFP process with ad-hoc purchasing requirements and internal customer support
- Identify and leverage the level of expertise and maturity of his/her network by facilitating exachange of information
- Minimum B.Sc. (Engineering or Business programs) with 7 - 15 years of previous purchasing or comparable business or technical experience
- Mastery of Category Management and sourcing
- Mastery of procurement tools and processes
- Mastery in contract strategies and management, specifically of contracts for engineering consulting, construction, services and equipment purchases
- Mastery in Business Analyticals
- Ability to read drawings, specifications and possess a fundamental understanding of the scope of work associated with capital engineered construction projects
- Supplier Relationship Management skills and cross functional project Management skills in a team environment is required
- Customer-focused and strong client relationship skills
- Demonstrated management / team leadership skills
- Working Knowledge of SAP, e-Shopping, and e-sourcing systems
- Familiarity with Ethics/Policies
- MBA is strongly preferred
- Results-oriented and skilled in imagining new processes, innovation organizations and solutions
- Proven track record of ability to influence decisions and enabling attainment of team objectives
- Strong planning, problem-solving and responsive decision-making skills
- Executive communication and presentation skills
- Proven ability to cooperate and network across boundaries
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Country Category Buyer Cogs Pack & Devices Resume Examples & Samples
- Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree. No certifications required. Master’s Degree desirable
- Excellent command of both written and spoken English required
- Minimum years of experience: 3 Procurement, Operations leadership or related Pharmaceutical industry discipline/leadership (Finance, R&D, etc)
- Preferred demonstrated knowledge of procurement systems, processes and procedures
- Analytical and negotiation skills and techniques
- Management skills in assessing business issues
- Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to facilitate cross-functional teams locally and in international network
- Basic understanding of ERP systems (i.e. SAP) and financial practices
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
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Global Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Demonstrated experience in leading and influencing others
- Demonstrated problem solving skills with business value creation know how
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to manage relationships with internal partners as well as suppliers
- Team-oriented and capable of working in a multi-task environment with ability to make and implement decisions with limited information
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Undergraduate degree from a college or university – or a minimum of three years in supply chain, transportation, orders management, and/or manufacturing
- Previous supply chain and/or transportation experience
- Mach 1 and/or Lognet experience
- Functional leadership with the capability of leading teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
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Group Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- New Product Introduction (NPI)- incorporating early supplier engagement, working in conjunction with and supporting the Purchase Project Lead to deploy the NPI process and provide guidance through category strategy for various categories and be responsible for supplier nomination
- Quality - incorporating responsibility for new parts first off availability and initial sample inspection report, driving forward quality PPM improvements and PPAP/APQP compliance, supporting supplier quality clinics where appropriate. Ensuring warranty agreements are in place where required prior to placing an order whilst working alongside Supplier Development Engineers dealing with APQP, project readiness and supplier exit strategies
- Cost - incorporating achieving annual cost reduction targets, driving improved levels of transparency focussing on quotation analysis forms, working with the global teams to understand lowest total cost of acquisition for specific categories of responsibility
- Risk - incorporating risk assessment for nominated supply chain to ensure business continuity, monitoring supplier financials and reporting any “at risk” suppliers alongside supplier resourcing
- People - incorporating leading global supplier relationship management activities for suppliers, working with the global business units and key functions to develop and deploy global category strategies
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Executes category strategy developed by Category Manager
- Works with clients to develop the sourcing plan: manages the process and provides advice on procurement type, appropriate contract length, bundling opportunities to senior management
- Implements a tactical approach to sourcing in accordance to CPS Board Rules in order to obtain the best value for money / lead negotiations for renewals and less complex RFPs / RFQs
- Analyzes final answers from potential vendors and provides recommendation based on cost/cash/quality and strategic fit criteria
- Coordinates the sourcing process to finalize the vendor contractual agreement
- Assesses and manages supplier performance for continuous improvement by leading supplier meetings
- Develops collaboration with the vendor to drive cost saving through operational improvements in the supply chain
- Evaluates supplier selection by verifying capabilities, cost, quality and overall strategic fit for CPS
- Maintain assigned sourcing documents and ensure information is filed on the CPS Network and in compliance with public records retention policy
- Review and process client purchase requests in accordance to CPS Board Rules
- Advanced Microsoft Office (proficiency in Excel required)
- Strong verbal and written communications skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with multiple departments, managers of the organization and external entities (vendors)
- This position will require Chicago residency within six months of acceptance
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Finance
- Minimum of four years in procurement or product role
- Minimum of one year experience in the procurement of seat and glass components with an annual spend over $85 million
- Experience in seat and glass manufacturing, quality and cost modeling
- Strong analytical, problem solving and project leadership skill
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Experience of managing and/or active participation in large, complex cross-functional change projects
- Aptitude and / or experience of delivering sustainable and consistent cost saving projects
- Strong analytical, planning and organising skills
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Run RFI/RFP events; negotiate with suppliers/service providers. Develop comprehensive rate structures alongside thorough and robust contracts and framework agreements
- Manage both existing, future supplier relationships and contracts. Hold regular structured service level agreement meetings with suppliers and service providers
- Investigate, develop and instigate framework agreement improvements, to create lasting benefits to the Kier business. Use key skills required in selection and appointment of supply chain
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies, include significant elements of the Kier category management process to ensure risks are mitigated and opportunities realised, ensuring all suppliers/subcontractors identify and can meet Kier’s policies and accreditations
- Draft, negotiate and agree clear concise and complete contractual documentation which identifies roles and responsibilities
- Identify and agree value and risk with third parties. Plan the negotiating strategy, utilising leverage, risk and developing options to close a contract successfully. Use a wide range of influencing styles in order to execute negotiations with third parties
- Ensure a balance between cost, service and risk, whilst developing a category and sourcing strategy and policy for specific spend areas, gather data, consult with stakeholders and identify the business needs through detailed source plans
- Deliver defined savings through an impartial but effective supplier management strategy and contract negotiation
- Through internal consultation across different operating divisions, promote best practice, offer continuous improvement and provide expertise and knowledge for category users
- Experience of procurement techniques and or a category management environment
- A basic understanding of category management tools and techniques
- Detailed understanding of supply chain management principles or similar experience
- Evidential experience and track record of ‘best in class’ supply chain delivery in a similar role within a complex organisational structure and having demonstrable experience of significant cost-savings
- Strong negotiation skills and an experienced within a procurement environment with experience of group frameworks with suppliers and service providers nationally including SRM skills at a variety of senior level stakeholders such as departmental leads and business heads
- Experience of costing methods and valuation and ability to analyse financial information and identify risk
- Ability to organise and plan effectively in a demanding environment
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LA Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Appropriate Degree
- Fluent spoken/written English
- Intermediate spoken/written Spanish
- Relevant Knowledge in Procurement or Supply Chain
- Learning Agility
- Priorization
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- 2+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering
- Previous category team or product team experience
- Well-developed interpersonal skills are needed in dealing with sensitive issues, developing others, and reaching consensus on specific actions
- Strong negotiator, able to interpret, analyze and negotiate contractual cost elements
- Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management e.g.; Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory management (CPIM) and Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), or comparable international certification
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Development, and/or communication and implementation of a local or regional sourcing strategy
- Global Category/Catalog Strategy Development, Management, & Execution
- Supplier Commercial Negotiation
- Supplier Performance Management (QCLDM)
- Lead/Response Time Optimization
- Supplier Risk Management – Capacity & Financial
- Strategic Sourcing: Qualified Supply Network
- Business Continuity
- Cost/ Spend Management - TCA assurance
- Supplier On Boarding/Off Boarding
- BSc Degree in a relevant subject OR equivalent relevant experience in relative roles
- Previous experience in a category team or product team
- Experience demonstrating ability to able to lead teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
- Strong analytical and problem solving experience
- Experience of leading multiple projects/teams
- Effective communicator both written and verbal
- Understanding of Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM)
- Experience with non-metallics category (plastic, polymers, rubber, etc.)
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes in that category : rotomolding, injection molding, thermoforming, etc.
- Fluent in multiple languages, ideally French and German
- Professional certification in APICS
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Undergraduate degree from a college or university – or 3+ years of experience in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering
- 3+ years of experience in purchasing or 5+ years of experience in logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering
- Previous experience with Excel or other data management software
- Experience with Caterpillar systems and processes
- Previous category or product team experience
- Experience working with Lognet
- Experience in data analysis and Total Cost of Ownership Methodology
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Achieving Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives in the spirit of continuous improvement and long term relationships
- Contributing to definition and evolution of strategy for Japan Supplier base
- Executing strategy and influence collaboration of cross-functional team to ensure successful supplier selections for New Products
- Building and fostering mutually beneficial relationships at all organizational levels, being the main point of contact between Supplier and Caterpillar
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor’s degree from a college or university
- 2+ years of global purchasing experience
- Previous category team and/or product team experience
- Previous experience with BOBJ, Lognet, CICT, and DMCR
- Demonstrated technical product knowledge in turbochargers and bellows
- Solid understanding of Caterpillar performance metrics with ability to analyze supplier performance issues and provide leadership to performance improvements with cross-functional teams
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IT Senior Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Support the development and the execution of IT category strategies and projects largely relating to Software development, Hardware, Telecom and IT Services
- Accountable for the delivery of a savings target annually and supplier panel optimization in managing the relationship with your suppliers. You will have negotiated with key IT/IS SAAS suppliers in the marketplace such as Oracle, Microsoft, Dell, HP, IBM and will understand the underlying principles of enterprise versus single purpose licensing. You will be comfortable discussing integration projects and labor requirements and price points
- Deliver both tactical purchase order and contract management tasks as well as strategic IT/IS market sourcing and negotiations which are aligned to business objectives; delivering significant cost improvement without compromising operational performance. You will be familiar with the development of KPI’s and SLA’s for IT/IS supplier agreements and contracts
- Leverage scale locally and internationally to obtain the best price, value and quality from our supply base; you can manage your supplier base and categorize them in terms of strategic, collaborative and tactical vendor to create a supplier base of preferred vendors
- Responsible for ensuring that your assigned total spend portfolio is in compliance with Group and local policies and procedures thereby ensuring that Procurement will be carried out in a professional and ethical manner
- Signing authority for agreements and contracts up to $750,000 as authorized procurement representative on behalf of Operations
- Negotiate supplier contracts independently relying upon your 8 + years of IT category and product knowledge for Technology and Services. You can independently develop and apply the Procurement Seven Step Category Sourcing Methodology for assigned Goods and Services and can run end to end RFX processes
- Leverage IT spend and pricing within ENGIE internationally and nationally. You will liaise with IT Category Managers and Category Lead buyers and contribute to ENGIE Group actions when applicable
- Responsible for conversion of IT related purchase request to purchase order above a dollar threshold utilizing a Coupa(Procurement to Pay tool) and serve as a backup for all other PR to PO conversions
- Record and document Procurement Spend and Savings results on a timely basis to Savings Tracker databases to capture all savings and to update Category Managers. You will contribute to the definition of key performance indicators and assure contract compliance
- Influence your stakeholders to comply with and participate in policy driven initiatives such as evaluating new suppliers, reducing supplier base, and sharing suppliers with other entities
- Ensure timely delivery of project status and savings completion
- Comply with all ENGIE policies and procedures
- Carries out other duties as assigned
- Ability to meet highest attendance requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally
- Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to use personal computer, calculator, etc
- Could involve some lifting
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management required
- 8-10+ years of procurement/supply chain experience
- Substantial experience in a procurement environment and relevant IT category experience would be preferred
- First class presentation and communication skills and the ability to work at all levels of the business. Strong stakeholder skills and the ability to build credibility and influence senior leaders
- Prior legal, paralegal, or contract negotiation expertise in Procurement with spends categories required
- ERP experience with SAP, JDE and/or Maximo and knows how to run reports and prepare analyses on spend
- Fluent in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Fluent in Excel, with ability to develop spend analysis to support the department’s goals of savings and price reductions annually and to support Procurement Finance function in preparing data analyses for spend and savings categories
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Undergraduate degree from a college or university or 2+ years of category buying experience
- Previous experience in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering
- 1+ years of Cost Impact Collaboration Tool (CICT) and Direct Material Cost Reporting (DMCR) experience
- Demonstrated functional leadership with ability to lead teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions
- Fluent in English and multiple languages
- Caterpillar Rolling Business Management experience
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Bachelor degree from a college or university in Business, IT or related field – or 4+ years of experience in procurement, IT or logistics
- 6+ years of experience in procurement, IT or logistics
- Knowledge of IT commodity categories, including software, hardware, SaaS/cloud, telecom and professional services
- Basic understanding of business and IT strategy/planning and overall understanding of IT solutions, capabilities and project lifecycle
- Functional leadership with ability to direct teams, suppliers and customers to solutions
- Analytical, problem solving, and project leadership expertise
- Finely honed negotiation skills, able to interpret, analyze and negotiate contractual cost elements
- Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management, e.g.; Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory management (CPIM) and Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), or comparable international certification
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Responsible and accountable for development, and/or communication and implementation of a regional/global sourcing strategy
- Managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special purchasing programs; and supporting specific NCI (New Capital Introduction) programs
- Undergraduate degree from a college or university in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering/Industrial Technology or at least 3 years of experience in operations/manufacturing and/or manufacturing engineering
- 3+ years of operations/manufacturing and/or manufacturing engineering
- Fluent in English language; multiple languages preferred
- Professional certification in Purchasing
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Category Buyer, Packaging Resume Examples & Samples
- Work closely with packaging suppliers to manage end-to-end production timeline from PO creation to delivery as needed. Improve upon lead times where possible
- Collaborate with Planning and Fulfillment to manage the packaging production and delivery schedules to drive continuous supply and inventory levels
- Conduct negotiations with suppliers in regards to prices, quality, volume, and lead-times
- Lead weekly supplier production calls and serve as primary point of contact between supplier and R+F
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure end-to-end development of new packaging and artwork file management
- Work with the inventory management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase orders and report any back-ordered or missing products
- Use supply plans and inventory reports to develop and maintain the packaging buy plan to ensure designated inventory levels are sustained
- Identify current and potential product shortages, escalate and support triage, advise interested parties of status and recovery plans. Ensures issues are managed to closure
- Ensure purchase orders and manufacturing schedules are prepared and kept in line for timely launch of new products and re-orders of existing products
- Develop systems and procedures required to meet service and inventory turn objectives
- Experience with all aspects (ie; spec’s, die-lines, finishes etc.) of printed production from 2-D to 3-D formats
- Knowledge in multiple material substrates including paper and plastic across packaging types
- Well versed in the printed material industry and design/development process
- Strong knowledge and working relationship with packaging suppliers
- Experience in production and working with Sustainability and Environmental material impact a plus
- Hands-on operational experience in managing inventory levels in a production environment
- Ability to navigate internal organizations to triage issues and drive to resolution
- Transparent in approach with a strong process-centric background
- Builds effective internal and external business relationships
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapid growth, evolving environment is a must. Self-motivator and able to drive results quickly
- Ability to work with inventory management and production planning systems
- Experience using SAP ECC and MRP tools (or similar software), in addition to the ability to model and work extensively in Microsoft Excel
- Experience in the personal care product industry a plus
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a focus on supply chain management
- 5+ years of buying and production buying or planning; experience in beauty, cosmetics or skincare industries is a plus
- Source Euromonitor International Limited; retail value RSP terms; all channels, USA; extracted from internal system on March 15, 2017; claim effective starting March 28, 2017
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Global Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Managing supplier relationships in a capable, thorough and professional manner involving supplier selection, rationalization and reduction
- Leading sourcing projects, preferably in area of MRO and/or Ingredients
- Monitoring supplier performance
- Negotiation and drafting contracts
- Working in English on daily basis
- Good understanding of the English language, both verbally and in writing
- Standard written, verbal communication and presentation skills
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Category Buyer Resume Examples & Samples
- Ideally MCIPS qualified or currently studying towards
- Ideally previous experience within IT Managed Services role
- Team player with ability to work unsupervised
- Demonstrable previous experience in fast-paced environment and achieving targets
