Develop on his/her category scope annual spend reduction plans (supplier prices reduction and internal demand optimization), ensuring the activation of all possible performance levers: value analysis, cost breakdown, supplier base rationalization, country synergies, benchmarking, near-/offshoring, etc.
Contribute to the definition of categories and supplier base strategies, in close liaison with the Europe & Global Category Director / Managers, and Stakeholders: identify key suppliers, challengers, niche…target 80% of the total spend covered by categories / suppliers base strategies
Lead all key Request for Proposal (RFP) processes (RFP strategies and supplier selection) in close collaboration with business owners / stakeholders.
Lead QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) performance review processes with selected suppliers, in collaboration with business owners / stakeholders. Target 80% of the total spend covered by Suppliers under performance reviews
Implement internal working groups, aiming at identifying cost-saving opportunities, disruptive business model changes to generate additional savings. - Identify all potential synergies across countries in Europe: multi-country RFPs, supplier base rationalization.
Monitor Suppliers risk: financial health, CSR, compliance, dependency,…develop corrective actions when necessary.
Ensure contractual compliance and highest protection for CEVA
Target 85% of the total spend made with key suppliers, through strong challenge of all business owners / stakeholders’ purchase requests and a rigorous control of the new vendors creations.
Lead the “Innovation” process with strategic suppliers, to identify and integrate the best Product / Process / Service innovations as early as possible.
Ensure full compliance with the Group’s Procurement policy and Group’s Business Rules
Strengthen continuously the procurement skills of his/her Buyers teams through regular assessments & tailored training plans.
Continuously motivate and energize his/her teams
Ensure the overall performance’s monthly follow-up through the KPIs