QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB DESCRIPTION
Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals – mainly fillers and pigments derived from calcium carbonate and dolomite – and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals. We are looking for a Procurement Specialist (Category Buyer) who will work in our Istanbul / İzmir / Kocaeli Offices are expected to have the following qualifications and skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relavent fields from a reputable university
- 3-5 years of experience as a procurement specialist and also having negotiation experience in direct and indirect categories
- Strong analytical skills and financial awareness
- Strong Communication, collaboration, influencing skills
- Fluency in English both written and verbal
- Good Negotiator
- Strategic view
- Able to work independently as well as in team
- Problem solving, flexible, organized
- Self-motivated
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Enthusiastic personality
- Strong adaptability of different cultures and willing to travel (No obstacle for travel)
- Good knowledge of MS office + SAP
Job Description
Reporting to Country Procurement Manager, position holder will be responsible for;
Sourcing / Purchasing
- Implement purchasing plans / programs for assigned products, consistent with category procurement plans for the respective country
- Set up and maintain a network of producers in the defined area of action in order to source the category raw material and sustain sourcing activities
- Arrange the purchase and delivery of materials, services and supplies as identified by approved purchase requisitions
- Place purchase orders with vendors, follow-up, and expedite as needed; Work with Procurement Manager to ensure timely delivery and receipt of goods
- Control costs through economies of scale, and innovative purchasing techniques
- Analyze market and implement risk management strategies for respective category products
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems relating to purchasing
Supplier Management
- Negotiate key category agreements under the guidance of Procurement Manager
- Select and support suppliers for given category products
- Link with all disciplines to identify alternative suppliers by sourcing strategy
- Guarantee the timely follow-up on planning, quality and accounts payable escalations ensuring appropriate commercial relations with the supply base
- Ensure security of supply (continuous monitoring and management of contract coverage to achieve a smooth flow of supply and adherence to materials planning requirements)
- Manage suppliers and their performance (supplier rating)
- Complete vendor audits, assessing performance relative to company needs
Data Management & Reporting
- Administer contracts for goods, services, and for all projects
- Review invoices for correctness based on the purchase order: items ordered, terms and conditions
- Keep all global and local systems (ERP) up to date with conditions, lead times, preferred contracts, preferred suppliers, expiration dates, replacement costs/future pricing, supplier audit/visit reports etc.
- Work with Cost Center Responsible to ensure timely invoice approval and payment
- Provide SAP support to all requesters in the country within scope of responsibility
Ethic & QSHE Compliance
- Act according to Omya’s code of conduct
- Foster sustainable team spirit within Omya Turkey
- Maintain safe working conditions and practices to achieve a zero (0) lost time injury record within the area of responsibility.
- Perform work duties in accordance with Quality System Manual procedures & company policy.
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