What we offer :
- Support the development and implementation of the category strategy and align the supplier portfolio together with the Category Lead.
- Conduct market analyses and Rfx’s in line with business requirements as identified with the stakeholder.
- Conduct negotiations with suppliers in terms of delivery, quality and price. Manage and develop the supply base, to achieve our targets in delivery, quality, cost and innovation.
- Maintain and develop relationships with strategic suppliers including contract management (NDA’s, Long Term- / Supply Contracts etc).
- Monitor and manage influences on performance and achievements on the Procurement’s KPIs, in line with local requirements and rules.
- Support in regional and global Indirect Procurement initiatives.
Tasks and Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s Degree ideally in IT, Supply Chain Management, or Business;
- Preferred 5 years of experience at a minimum in IT Procurement.
- Indirect category management experience - strong understanding of IT and software business and procurement concepts, including software licensing, cloud architecture, IT labor SOWs, and software-as-a-service
- Contract management skills; including a working understanding of contractual terms and conditions and risk mitigation
- Knowledge and strong utilization of Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with peers and management
- Must be willing to travel to suppliers and / or other Dematic locations as needed up to 10%.
- Demonstrated values of collaboration, integrity, courage and excellence is required.