Proficient in using MS Office applications and SAP,
Good command of English both written and spoken,
Great teamwork skills,
Strong financial and analytical skills,
No military obligation for male candidates.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Collaborates with Regional Category Managers for centrally lead categories and suppliers, in execution of Central Sourcing Strategies,
Leads negotiations on brand level of specific brand needs in coordination with Regional Category Managers,
Develops, formulates and delivers short, medium, long term sourcing strategies to ensure best value (including innovation & CSR) and security of supply for locally managed direct categories,
Deep understanding of business needs via close partnering with critical business stakeholders,
Maps internal needs, external spend and create spend transparency across supply chains,
Identifies and manages risks/opportunities related to the category (RCCP, Sustainability etc.),
Review NPD sourcing decisions ensuring alignment to the category strategy,
Supports Innovation for introduction of innovative solutions to Groupe Rocher (Category Innovation),
Manages and coordinates Operational Buyers for Raw, Pack, TPM Materials and New Product Development (NPD) Buyers,
Targets lowest global costs and risk, and highest value for the company, resolves and aligns potential conflicting targets with Regional Category Managers to ensure best total value for Groupe Rocher,
Prepares the saving plans through Value Creation achievements and product changes,
Identifies and implements cost savings opportunities to deliver the strategy objectives,
Supports the SRM programs for Key Suppliers in coordination of Regional Category Managers, leads NPD/Operational buyers in execution of SRM Programs,
Implements and drives supplier performance management and improvement activities,
Controls the delivery of the plan to ensure that results will flow in the P&L of the Brand,
Ensures Business needs understanding and alignment with key stakeholders and their translation into category strategy choices including innovation/CSR.