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Overall responsible for executing strategies, managing sourcing activities and operational purchasing to secure delivery of the sourcing objectives in Product Groups and Business Units.
Job Responsibility:
Responsible for communicating and ensuring alignment on sub-commodity strategies
Lead, manage and execute the strategy work for BU Operations unique items
Lead purchasers and purchasing managers, direct and indirect in all related sites
Accountable for material cost reduction results and the supply-related performance within BU Operations
In collaboration with Global Commodity teams, responsible to develop plans and deliver agreed targets 1-3 years and secure Purchasing focus areas are incorporated in BU Operations Strategies
Develop plans for sourcing new products and suppliers as part of the NPD process in BU Operations
Responsible for securing BU Operations requirements are communicated and included in Global-Commodity Strategies
Responsible to secure adherence to policy and strategies
Responsible for giving input to tools & procedures within Global Sourcing and implementing them in the sites
KPI's to be communicated to the sites
Requirements:
Deep understanding of procurement markets, supply chain management, and supplier qualification processes
Familiarity with SRM, quality management systems and tools
Technical background in relevant industries (e.g., marine, power and offshore, marine or relevant heavy industry)
Fluent written and spoken English
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Ability to analyze market trends and develop sourcing strategies
Business-oriented with a strong focus on results
Detail-oriented and structured approach to work
Excellent teamwork and leadership skills
Willing to challenge norms and drive continuous improvement