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Randstad

Location:
Greece, Athens

Category:
Purchasing

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Job Description:

Are you a Buyer with experience in direct procurement in the industrial field? Are you willing to be part of one of the leading industrial companies in Greece? If yes then we are looking forward to receiving your application for the Buyer position.

Job Responsibility:

Communicate with business stakeholders to understand business requirements and enable them to achieve high value results through Procurement
Coordinate the implementation of agreed procurement strategies and monitor supplier performance through consistent communication with internal/external stakeholders
Liaise with Group Procurement Category Managers/Buyers to ensure the implementation of agreed Procurement Strategies on Group Categories within Greek Region
Build relationships with suppliers, facilitating the flow of information within the organization in terms of new products and services
Conduct routine supplier business reviews and evaluate suppliers based on various criteria such as price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, supplier’s reputation and history
Analyze market conditions & purchase data to identify trends and opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and develop alternatives
Generate reports and prepare presentations for summarizing procurement activity and market trends
Actively support the procurement process from purchase requisitions review, RfQ/RfP creation/delivery,quotations analysis and evaluation and purchase order placement through receipt of products and subsequent payment of invoices
Actively support the preparation and revision of the company’s purchase budget, providing timely and advanced price forecasts and verifying sourcing plans with business stakeholders
Responsible for structuring proposals for the procurement of goods and services, focusing on long-term and sustainable supply agreements that capture regional/international market conditions
Identify sourcing risks in a timely and proactive manner, seeking alternatives and securing the optimum sourcing plan of materials critical for the cement plants operation

Requirements:

2-4 years of professional experience in a procurement, logistics or supply chain department ideally in manufacturing/industrial environment
Experienced in vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
Results driven and solutions-oriented approach
Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
Team player and solid interpersonal skills
Ability to exercise independent judgment & manage competing priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills both in Greek & English language
BSc/MSc degree preferably in Engineering or Business or Supply Chain or relevant field
Master’s degree in business administration/supply chain management will be considered an asset
Good knowledge of international commercial shipping and trading terms and import regulations
Good knowledge and understanding of cost drivers and ability to apply within negotiations, development of strategies and embarking upon sourcing improvement opportunities
Good understanding of accounting, inventory, budgeting, and purchasing activities
SAP MM module knowledge will be considered a strong asset

Nice to have:

Master’s degree in business administration/supply chain management
SAP MM module knowledge

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 27, 2025

Expiration:
June 29, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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