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Purchasing Manager
Job description
- Define and implement a comprehensive global procurement strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives. • Lead all aspects of strategic sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management. • Identify and implement cost-aving initiatives while ensuring quality, compliance, and continuity of supply. • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to foster long-term partnerships and innovation. • Develop and mentor a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. • Drive the adoption of best practices, digital tools, and data analytics to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness. • Manage and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business resilience and ethical sourcing practices. • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across departments (e.g., Finance, Operations, R&D) to understand their needs and ensure procurement supports their goals. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or Master's preferred. • 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement leadership roles, with a significant portion at a strategic level • Demonstrated success in developing and executing global procurement strategies that deliver significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. • Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to manage complex contracts and supplier relationships. • Deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, risk management, and ethical sourcing. • Experience with procurement technologies and digital transformation initiatives. • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
