Ph3Position Summary /h3 pstrongAbout ITT: /strong /p pITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations. /p pOur businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA: /p pstrongIndustrial Process: /strongA global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps and engineered valves for chemical, energy, mining, and industrial applications. Our leading brands include the iconicstrongGoulds Pumps /strong(with more than 175 years of history),strongBornemann, Habonim, Engineered Valves, Rheinhütte Pumpen /strongandstrongSvanehøj. /strong /p pstrongMotion Technologies: /strongA global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands includestrongFriction Technologies, KONI /strongandstrongAxtone. /strong /p pstrongConnect and Control Technologies: /strongA leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands includestrongITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls /strongandstrongkSARIA. /strong /p h3What is your role? /h3 pWe are looking for a commodity buyer for our manufacturing plants of Friction Technologies. Your job duties include cultivating relationships with the supplier, negotiating contracts, finding new commodity sources and developing new practices for increasing the efficient delivery of commodities. Qualifications for this position include a bachelor’s degree in business or logistic or related disciplines, experience or strong familiarity with global supply chains and skills in negotiating and prioritizing. You may be assigned to ensure the quality of a commodity before purchase, so the availability to travel for work is also essential. /p h3Essential Responsibilities /h3 pstrongKey responsibilities: /strong /p ul liReview and negotiate purchase and supply conditions for Local Indirect Materials suppliers /li liBenchmarking studies to control supplier performance and identify cost reduction opportunities. /li liIssue and monitor RFQ´s for Indirect Purchasing, provide RFQ and Benchmark results to associated requester and maintain corresponding contracts and supplier data in the respective system and support the investment activities" /li liResponsible for assigned Category and its corresponding supplier base. /li liDefine and implement category / sub-category strategy. Review supplier base, define robust preferred supplier base, reduce number of suppliers and bundle business accordingly. /li liFollow overall SM Saving and Cost Avoidance targets, benchmark responsible category spend frequently, identify potentials, lead supplier negotiations and implement potentials accordingly. /li liEnsure data transparency and high data quality in all Friction Purchasing used systems (e.g. SAP). /li liFollow ITT Procedures (e.g. Sourcing Approval), work and cooperate closely with Local Indirect Purchasing teams and ensure compliance across all Purchasing activities. /li liImprove and implement standardization for assigned category (standard documents used by all Friction affiliates). /li liContract Management - ensure transparency in regards to all contracts, reviewing terms and validities frequently. /li liExecution and documentation of price and contract negotiations; supporting conclusion of framework agreements. /li liContinuously maintain and track selected purchasing key performance indicators (e.g. savings, purchase supply conditions, market economics and commodity spend details) /li liFrequent reporting of Supply Management related tasks by conducting regular project review and Roadmap meetings. /li liPeriodically reporting of cost saving status and achieved cost improvement performance by using the established Supply Management templates and tools. /li liSystematically contribute to the overall achievement of all assigned Indirect Purchasing KPI's such as Cost Saving Status, Payment Terms, No of active suppliers etc. /li liCompliance with central functional as well as corporate objectives in accordance with annual objectives set in every Fiscal Year. /li liDefine, prioritize key projects and translate into objectives / action plans and drive execution to deliver required business results by leading projects / cross-functional teams and support project launches. /li liMonitor and report progress / achievement on a monthly basis to management (prepare attend Category review meetings). /li liValidate cost savings with relevant actors and support local purchasing to turn the identified cost savings opportunities into real savings. /li liContinuous Improvement of available Processes and Systems in respect of Indirect Purchasing. /li liOverall compliance according to all assigned Roles Responsibilities in line with current Supply Management standards and procedures. /li /ul h3Position Requirements /h3 pstrongWhat will make you our perfect match? /strong /p pBachelor or Master degree in Management Engineering, Economics or related fields /p p5 + years of experience in Indirect material Purchasing Excellent Excel/data analiys /p pTechnical profile skills experience in plant with a preference for candidates with prior Automotive, Rail, Defense and Industrial exposure. /p pExperience in a fast paced, lean, global corporate environment. /p pAttitude to work in team, proactive approach, ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, field work and hands-on approach, flexibility, problem solving, ability to manage multiple tasks. /p pGood knowledge of the English language. /p pstrongWhat do we offer? /strong /p pWe are known for using our Impeccable character, Bold thinking and Collective know-how to provide our customers with highly engineered solutions to complex problems. Given that, you can be sure you will work alongside talented and diverse colleagues from various teams. You will be surrounded by a curious, entrepreneurial and innovative environment where people have the opportunity to learn from each other by valuing different ideas, opinions and experiences. Day to day, your manager will be your partner and coach in your personal and professional development. We will trust you to do what it takes to deliver outstanding results. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr