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* strategy: as the permanent member of the cross-functional team (“cft”) contribute in the definition of the category strategy.
* execution: ensures implementation of the category strategy in the geographic zone.
* performance monitoring: track purchasing performance & suppliers management in the geographic zone (directly and through operational buyers and s3l)
more detailed information below:
* perform needs analysis for different schneider entities in all geographic zones and segment the category needs.
* perform in the geographic zone market analysis / intelligence and identification of market trends that could affect the pricing and supply
* identify and propose to the cft list of strategic suppliers for the geographic zones as per needs segmentation.
* assess supplier risk (quality, bankruptcy, shortage,)
* contribute to the development and deployment of the global cost models, scoring models etc..
* drive dynamically the optimization of the supplier base
* support the transversal projects related for example to sustainability, tools improvement etc.
execution :
* directly manage some strategic suppliers as supplier leader and get involved in global negotiations with the supplier portfolio.
* support the others purchasers (new projects, operational buyers,) in their negotiations.
* drive your annual operational plan (apop) and ensure acknowledgement and execution of the strategy
* support the implementation of productivity (qve -quality value engineering /cos – change of suppliers) and identify new savings opportunities with the cross functional team.
* plan business reviews with strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone & assign the task to the respective supplier leaders in the zone.
* follow up the supplier development and improvement actions plans (sam status, service level and quality improvement).
* deploy supplier framework agreements with the strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone
* propose to the cft evolution of the supplier orientation chart based on the evolution of the category strategy.
* lead qualification process for any new supplier linked to category
* coordinate continuous actions plan with the cft, to fight against creation of any new supplier out of their control
performance monitoring:
* track the monthly performance for the suppliers in their geographic zone (quality, service, productivity).
* handle most critical crisis with strategic suppliers
description - external
missions are structured around 3 axis:
* strategy: as the permanent member of the cross-functional team (“cft”) contribute in the definition of the category strategy.
* execution: ensures implementation of the category strategy in the geographic zone.
* performance monitoring: track purchasing performance & suppliers management in the geographic zone (directly and through operational buyers and s3l)
more detailed information below:
strategy:
* perform needs analysis for different schneider entities in all geographic zones and segment the category needs.
* perform in the geographic zone market analysis / intelligence and identification of market trends that could affect the pricing and supply
* identify and propose to the cft list of strategic suppliers for the geographic zones as per needs segmentation.
* assess supplier risk (quality, bankruptcy, shortage,)
* contribute to the development and deployment of the global cost models, scoring models etc..
* drive dynamically the optimization of the supplier base
* support the transversal projects related for example to sustainability, tools improvement etc.
execution :
* directly manage some strategic suppliers as supplier leader and get involved in global negotiations with the supplier portfolio.
* support the others purchasers (new projects, operational buyers,) in their negotiations.
* drive your annual operational plan (apop) and ensure acknowledgement and execution of the strategy
* support the implementation of productivity (qve -quality value engineering /cos – change of suppliers) and identify new savings opportunities with the cross functional team.
* plan business reviews with strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone & assign the task to the respective supplier leaders in the zone.
* follow up the supplier development and improvement actions plans (sam status, service level and quality improvement).
* deploy supplier framework agreements with the strategic suppliers located in their geographic zone
* propose to the cft evolution of the supplier orientation chart based on the evolution of the category strategy.
* lead qualification process for any new supplier linked to category
* coordinate continuous actions plan with the cft, to fight against creation of any new supplier out of their control
performance monitoring:
* track the monthly performance for the suppliers in their geographic zone (quality, service, productivity).
* handle most critical crisis with strategic suppliers
qualifications - external
what qualifications will make you successful?
* bachelor's degree in related field required.
* at least 8 years of experience in category management (not only sourcing) interacting with multiple regions and culture.
* knowledge of the strategy and the sourcing of the following categories copper & aluminum.
* experience in industrial and/or technical backgrounds (metals, non ferrous) is expected
* experience with global strategy and the outputs of the global negotiations.
* strong capacity to interact in a multicultural environment.
* strong personal organization and open mindset (this role is involving a broad level of interaction with different functions engineering, industrialization, operational procurement, quality, continuous engineering, etc.)
we know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.
what's in it for me?
schneider electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave,401(k)+ match, and more.
let us learn about you! Apply today.
schedule: full-time
req: 009ecy
seniority level
* seniority level
mid-senior level
employment type
* employment type
temporary
job function
* job function
marketing and sales
* industries
automation machinery manufacturing
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