Buyer

Description

Hybrid work will be offered Local candidates only

 Day to day duties will entail:

• Supporting projects, analysis, power points, supporting documents, preparing presentation, supporting one manager directly Open procurement professionals in all industries Short term assignment, no extension at this time.

monday thru friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

 Must have experience:

• 1+ year minimum year of experience in procurement related role
• Excel – intermediate exp, pivots, formulas
• Coupa experience preferred and Ebuy preferred

• The yearly spend coverage is around 15B€ with a special focus on Procurement Excellence, Supplier Diversity and Sustainability.
• Closely collaborating with Finance, Business Operations and Business Units, Procurement is instrumental in achieving cost efficiency and savings.
• Procurement plays a critical role in optimizing Business Operating Income (BOI) with a focus on driving simplification, efficiency, and productivity. It forges strategic partnerships with suppliers, prioritizing innovation and data driven solutions.
• We are seeking a dynamic and talented person to join as an Agile Procurement Associate. As part of the Procurement Agile Teams, this role will be pivotal in supporting high-value projects and negotiations which will have a direct impact on Procurement achieving cost savings and BOI impact targets.

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Buyer to join our procurement team.
• The Junior Buyer will assist in procuring goods and services, ensuring that the organization's procurement needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining high-quality standards.
• This role involves working closely with senior buyers and other team members to support the purchasing department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Analysis on RFI & RFPs
• Help negotiate prices and terms of agreements.
• Collaborate with department heads to determine procurement needs.
• Conduct market research to stay up to date on industry trends.
• Support Project Management activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role preferred.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with procurement software preferred.
• Ability to work independently while also supporting a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.