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Buyer Indirect Spend

Lodz, ŁódzkiePosted 1 weeks ago
Full-timemid

Job Description

  • Represent the procurement function within the local organization, promoting sourcing best practices and demonstrating added value across technical and non-technical spend areas.
  • Manage indirect technical spend (Opex and Capex), including categories such as processing equipment, utilities, civil works, and MRO
  • Identify short-term savings opportunities through spot buy reduction and drive long-term value through strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies and tactics in collaboration with internal stakeholders to deliver competitive advantages in cost, technology, and supplier performance.
  • Lead and coordinate sourcing activities for CapEx and MRO categories, including long-range planning and hands-on execution to meet strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with engineering and project teams to optimize specifications and ensure alignment with operational and project requirements.
  • Manage medium to complex sourcing projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business needs.
  • Standardize sourcing processes, negotiate supply agreements, and provide budgetary input for capital investments.
  • Negotiate and manage commercial terms and conditions for supplier agreements.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor a local savings program, ensuring alignment with company-wide financial targets.
  • Track procurement KPIs, manage supplier relationships, and proactively identify opportunities for cost optimization and risk mitigation.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, internal controls, and sustainability objectives
  • Stay informed on market trends, supplier innovations, and industry benchmarks to continuously enhance sourcing strategies.
  • Engage proactively with internal stakeholders across functions to understand their needs, align procurement strategies with business objectives, and build trust-based relationships. Act as a strategic partner by enabling solutions rather than enforcing policies, ensuring procurement is seen as a value-adding function. Facilitate open communication, manage expectations, and drive collaboration to support successful sourcing outcomes.
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