Overviewjoin to apply for the senior sourcing specialist role at fresenius medical carepurpose and scopeexecute category strategy, drive key sourcing activities and act as a business partner to the key stakeholders of the organization.tasks and responsibilitiesstrategy execution - supports the category strategy creation and ensures execution of category strategies in the assigned country. Is an active part of the extended team for the assigned country. Providing insights on the local/ regional market. Presents decision recommendation to the decision board to ensure a transparent and aligned decision making.business partnering - identifies key stakeholders and acts as business partner to them. With internal and/or external stakeholders, creates a clear vision and value proposition for procurement. Works with stakeholders to identify short and long-term plans for creating value (e.g., sourcing plans, roadmaps). Becomes a trusted advisor for key suppliers and senior stakeholders for strategic advice and counsel.supplier management and selection - conducts complex supplier selection activities and management of formal strategic sourcing and rfx processes including supplier identification, supplier due diligence activities and owns supplier life-cycle management. Drives and conducts price and contract negotiations with a high degree of autonomy, in alignment with business stakeholders and procurement functions as required. Works with autonomy and presents results and recommendations for management decisions to relevant boards and stakeholders. Coaches and collaborates with sourcing specialists for specified initiatives. Champions use of esourcing, spend visibility, and r2p tools, leveraging eauctions where appropriate. Resolves quality, supply, or other issues in collaboration with local and regional stakeholders.analysis and documentation - performs proposal analysis, including price analyses, “should cost” modelling, benchmarking and total cost of ownership (tco). Generates proposal/quote comparisons and compiles detailed assessment of cost breakdowns. Ensures full documentation (rfq documents, contracts, and data & price maintenance at each sourcing project closure).risk management and ethical standards - evaluates financial stability of suppliers and manages supplier risks as needed while considering local plans, regulations, and specifics. Demonstrates the highest ethical standards and ensures fresenius medical care procedures are adopted and followed.qualificationsrequired training and education: university degree in economics, business administration or respectively equal educational training incl. relevant work experienceexperienceminimum 5 years professional experience within tactical procurementextensive purchasing experience in an international context, healthcare sector preferredknowledge of industry-specific rules and regulations as well as industry standardsunderstands the business environmentcollects, handles, and analyses diverse data types while leveraging digital communication technologies.delivers structured and compelling strategies based on data-driven insights, stakeholder needs and business objectives.embraces change and new ideas as well as formulates and applies creative responses to problems.communicates effectivelydrives negotiations for strong outcomes including optimal financial and operational results.collaborates to create and manage contracts aligned with legal standards.takes an organized approach to managing projects, including defining a clear scope, key deliverables and timeline that is communicated regularly to stakeholders.demonstrates and applies a holistic procurement approach based on a deep internal & external analysis jointly with strong stakeholder engagement and a long-term vision and strategy.develops and applies a methodology for selecting, negotiating, contracting, and implementing supplier agreement(s) with the aim of reducing the total costs of purchased materials/goods/services while maintaining and improving levels of quality, service, and technology.ms officefluent english; other languages a plusflexibility for occasional business travelling (10%)senioritiesmid-senior levelemployment typefull-timejob functionpurchasing and supply chainindustrieshospitals and health carereferrals increase your chances of interviewing at fresenius medical care by 2x
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