Ph3Overview /h3 pGlobal Category Manager Professional Services (11106) – Manager / Team Leader /p pThis position will be a key member of the Global Indirect Materials Purchasing Team. As a member of this team, you will be shaping the future of Datalogic's success through ensuring optimal purchasing decisions in the area of Professional Services, leading the strategic cooperation with Datalogic's general functions, such as Finance, Sales, Service, Marketing, HR and Legal. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liManages the purchasing function for the assigned perimeter to ensure an uninterrupted supply at optimum cost within the policies and guidelines established by management. /li liSets purchasing strategy for the assigned perimeter. /li liThis managerial position leads a group of subordinates. /li liCreates and implements sourcing strategy to maximize cost reduction, quality and delivery performance according to business needs. /li liEstablishes and implements procedures for purchasing goods and services. /li liLeads the team to ensure commercial negotiation of contracts with suppliers. /li liManages relationship with both internal customers and suppliers. /li liEnsures accuracy in reporting of savings and cost avoidances. /li liPrepares annual budget with engagement of respective functions and departments. /li liProposes improvements of processes and tools. /li liMonitors market trends, communicates risks and opportunities. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liEducation: Bachelor's degree or master's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or other related fields. /li liLanguages: Italian, English fluent. /li liExperience: 5 years of experience in Purchasing and min 3 years in leadership positions. /li liOther informations: ul liStrong Negotiation Skills /li liResults Orientation and Customer Focus /li liInterpersonal Characteristics: Open, communicative, give and take dialogue, seeks input from others, but not dependent on getting a consensus. /li /ul /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr