We are recruiting for an Indirect Corporate Buyer to join our USA team working closely with counterparts within the region and across the wider Kersia Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

·       assisting with the establishment of a new indirect purchasing team

·       leading and supporting the management of strategic supplier relationships, including negotiation of key supply contracts and agreements, contract performance & service

·       seeking out opportunities for regional & group cost reduction synergies

·       conducting and administering market tenders

·       the control, analysis and audit of indirect spending categories (Goods & Services) across multiple sites within the US ensuring appropriate resources and capabilities

·       taking on a role of category leader for designated spend group(s) or supplier(s) on a global basis, as well as providing functional assistance to smaller subsidiaries

·       ensuring control of spending through the increased adherence to Kersia policy & systems

·       assisting with driving the cost reduction program and improved overall service

·       assertively advocating the value of procurement, to develop robust relationships, increase involvement and create alignment with buy-in from internal stakeholders

·       management of the USA fleet services

·       travel to suppliers and Kersia facilities as required

·       monitoring and advising on significant changes to market prices, trends and share information

·       compiling, analysing and reporting on monthly purchasing spend data

·       monitoring and driving KPIs including, process improvement, cost reduction, capacity planning and delivery, payment terms, & CSR

Skills and Experience:

·       Minimum 5 years’ experience within a procurement environment driving beneficial commercial outcomes within existing and potential supply base

·       Practical experience in a manufacturing setting

·       Successful participation in cross-functional team initiatives

·       Experience of supporting and creating strategies

·       Experience of improving purchasing policy and governance

·       French language (bonus)

 

 

Applicants should be:

·       Self-motivated, driven and organized

·       Able to cope under pressure

·       Able to work alongside a variety of stakeholders

·       Able to manage and balance priorities