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Responsible for purchasing indirect materials and services in support of the site start up and continual operation, including but not limited to, office supplies, maintenance services, spare parts, IT equipment, production operation, facilities, engineering, among others. The main activities are: (1) source suppliers/materials/services; (2) obtain quotations according to the company policy; (3) create and send Purchase Orders to suppliers; (4) support finance in resolution of payment discrepancies; (5) follow up arrival of orders; (6) ensure the purchasing compliance is always met. It is expected that the Indirect Material Buyer is service minded and exercises independent judgment to address material issues, negotiates quarterly and annual buys as required by Global Procurement. Additional, will review standard and invoice purchase price variances and identifies standard pricing on an annual basis. This role is 85% operational and 15% tactical.
Job Responsibility
Source new suppliers and/or indirect materials and services
Source, negotiate, and purchase indirect materials and services in a cost-effective and timely manner
Support Global Procurement on supplier onboarding
Responsible for supplier agreement negotiations for site specific suppliers
Lead sourcing analysis and drive tenders when needed
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
Address supplier delivery or quality issues immediately
Obtain Quotations and make comparative analysis to select best alternative
Creates purchase orders in ORACLE E1 system
Follows up order arrival and monitors on time delivery
Resolves any purchase order discrepancy
Analyze inventory levels for indirect materials
Process PO’s timely to address needs and ensure on time delivery
Ensure all procurement activities comply with Coloplast policies and procedures as well as relevant Portugal legal and regulatory requirements
Support the implementation of the EAM purchasing and inventory control process for the site
Actively supports efforts to streamline activities within the department
Implement programs to improve indirect materials turns compared to a predetermined baseline
Define and implement cost reduction projects for the assigned category spend
Collaborate with Global Procurement in all needed projects and/or activities
Collaborate with projects from other departments, acting as a subject matter expert in terms of purchasing and supplier landscape
Requirements
Bachelor´s degree in materials, logistics, supply chain management, business administration or related field
7-10 years of experience in materials, supply chain management and manufacturing
Experience purchasing MRO’s and other indirect materials and services is mandatory
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Customer service mind-set
Proficient with ERP systems
JD Edwards knowledge is a plus
Proficient with MS Office, advanced user of MS Excel
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Ability to work independent or as part of a team
English high level of proficiency, oral and written