The successful incumbent will be responsible for the management and development of strategic and preferred suppliers. Working within the relevant business unit, the post holder will lead a structured supplier management program that will deliver improved supplier performance, relationship, risk management and costs. Through a process of continuous improvement, the post holder will use innovative procurement solutions and collaboration of people and technology to provide a supply base that meets the needs of the business.
Areas of Responsibility:
• Supplier qualification • Formulate, implement and update commodity strategy • Develop key supplier relationships • Implement material cost reductions • Continuous supplier performance improvement to deliver best in class supply base • Support new product introduction • Contribute to overall sourcing strategy • Supplier KPI management and reporting • Maintain appropriate benchmarks and market analysis for each supplier / commodity group • Identify and implement a global sourcing strategy with each supplier • Direct materials budget analysis • Savings tracking and reporting • Comply with Siemens business processes
Who we're looking for
Experience Required:
• A track record of working in procurement within an engineering environment. • Experience working with engineers and in and around new product introduction. • Project management. • Professional qualification (CIPS desirable) or business knowledge • Commodity hedging knowledge • Strong commercial and negotiation skill set • Experience of working in a cross functional environment and intercultural awareness
About our client
A World leading designer and manufacturer
What's on offer
A base salary of between £35,000 to £38,000 plus a competitive benefits package.
Michael Page Contact For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0)1932 264000. Job Ref: 13211659 Your application will be sent to Gareth Cook.
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