Global Procurement Expert

vor 3 Stunden


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Core Purpose of the RoleWithin the Global Procurement Office (GPO) drive procurement excellence by designing, implementing, and optimizing global processes, tools, and strategies that ensure cost efficiency, supply assurance, commodity management and compliance. Act as a key liaison between procurement, finance, IT, and business units to enable data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Procurement & Process Leadership• Design, standardize, and roll out global procurement processes and tools.• Identify process gaps and lead improvement projects across regions.• Ensure harmonization and synchronization of digital procurement workflows.2. Data Analytics & Reporting• Own reporting for supply chain tools and dashboards.• Analyze procurement-related data to derive strategies, implement new tool features and improve data quality.• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights for management.3. Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration• Lead initiatives involving IT, finance, and operations.• Represent procurement in global operations and business process engineering projects.Essential Business Skills• Strategic Sourcing - Ability to understand procurement terminology and sharing of best practices.• Financial Acumen - Understanding of cost management and TCO analysis.• Data Analytics - Proficiency in interpreting complex datasets for decision-making.• Performance Management - KPI development and dashboard reporting.• Process Excellence - Expertise in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement.• Technology Savvy - Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, procurement platforms (e.g., Coupa) & Power BI.Critical Soft Skills• Influencing & Communication - Ability to engage stakeholders across cultures, functions and levels.• Collaboration - Strong team player with cross-functional coordination skills.• Problem-Solving & Adaptability - Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving solutions. Strong acumen in understanding the root cause of a problem.• Change Management - Skilled in guiding teams through process and system transformations ensuring sustainable change.• Analytical Mindset with Creativity - Combine structured thinking with innovative approaches.Preferred Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering (Master degree preferred).• 5+ years in global procurement or supply chain roles with project leadership experience.



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