Ph3Job Responsibilities /h3 pThe 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. /p pSpecific 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. /p h3Main Responsibilities /h3 ul liSpearhead sourcing of a portfolio of the Group indirect categories in particular: marketing, logistics, IT, industrial capital equipment and general services /li liLead and manage the Indirect Global team spread within Europe and Asia /li liEstablish and maintain supplier relationships, facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities /li liEstablish beneficial working relationships with various internal groups across the organization /li liPrepare analyses of spend data, category supplier bases, and cost models /li liManage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management and rethinking process /li /ul h3Job Profile /h3 pQualifications, Knowledges: /p ul liEight to ten years of sourcing experience in a range of indirect spend categories, especially marketing /li liProven ability to manage Global teams and multicultural collaboration /li liSignificant expertise being part of Purchasing team within different companies and contexts /li liProven skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management /li liProven process improvement experience and reorganization skills /li liStrength in meeting or exceeding project milestones and deliverables, while multitasking and prioritizing /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liExcellent leadership, ability to lead people and lead change /li liAgility and speed of reaction at the base of problem solving, communication, and influencing skills within a matrix environment /li liAbility 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 /li liAbility to provide fact-based strategy and sourcing recommendations /li /ul pWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we reject and condemn any form of discrimination including discrimination based on age, gender, sexual orientation, health, race, nationality, cultural background, political opinions and religious beliefs, and membership of associations and trade unions. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr