PpThe 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. /ppMain Responsibilities: /pulliSpearhead sourcing of a portfolio of the Group indirect categories in particular: marketing, logistics, IT, industrial capital equipment and general services /liliLead and manage the Indirect Global team spread within Europe and Asia /liliEstablish and maintain supplier relationships, facilitate periodic business reviews to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities /liliEstablish beneficial working relationships with various internal groups across the organization /liliPrepare analyses of spend data, category supplier bases, and cost models /liliManage complex projects from conception through implementation, including change management and rethinking process /li /ulh3Job Profile /h3pQualifications, Knowledges: /pulliEight to ten years of sourcing experience in a range of indirect spend categories, especially marketing /liliProven ability to manage Global teams and multicultural collaboration /liliSignificant expertise being part of Purchasing team within different companies and contexts /liliProven skills in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management /liliProven process improvement experience and reorganization skills /liliStrength in meeting or exceeding project milestones and deliverables, while multitasking and prioritizing /li /ulpSkills: /pulliExcellent leadership, ability to lead people and lead change /liliAgility and speed of reaction at the base of problem solving, communication, and influencing skills within a matrix environment /liliAbility 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 /liliAbility to provide fact-based strategy and sourcing recommendations /li /ulpWe 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