Global portfolio manager
to effectively oversee and manage the defined portfolio category on a global level, ensuring alignment with business strategies and internal needs.
key responsibilities:
* built a well-balanced portfolio to minimize risk, ensure flexibility, and gain an advantage in the supplier market.
* maintain and update the sourcing list.
* identify, onboard, and manage new potential suppliers as needed.
* steer value improvement activities and their implementation.
* present and align strategies with stakeholders.
commercial acumen: negotiate and maintain global contracts. Support advance purchasing with complex negotiations. Represent the company in dealings with suppliers.
escalation support: assist region purchasing with quality, supply, and commercial escalations. Conduct market research and provide support for plants experiencing supply issues.
reporting: share market insights with stakeholders and report on categories' performance regularly. Forecast price developments and inspire employees to work within continental's leadership philosophy (values-based & transformational). Provide guidance and support in a dynamic working environment, fostering trust and our corporate values while balancing customer, company, and colleague needs.