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What this position is about - Purpose:
In this role you will manage the procurement activities for the relevant category/sub-category(ies) within your Cluster, following Global Category strategies and identifying alternatives if required. This role has the following main dimensions:
* Manage the initiatives within the Cluster for identified sub-categories
* Participate in financial planning and deliver benefits/value within the perimeter of action
* Drive cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
* Apply Category Management principles, and coordinate implementation plans as per Cluster directions
* Ensure business connectivity and foster collaborative business partnerships with specific stakeholders
* Manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) in full coordination with Cluster and Category directions
* Role model in compliance and ethics
* Act as Global Indirect Procurement ambassadors in the home location
What will you do - Responsibilities:
In this position, you will:
* Be responsible for procurement activities of the assigned business sub-category(ies) within your Cluster. Roll out appropriate strategies set forth by the Cluster Category Manager, and provide sound direction for assigned sub-category(ies) as well as ensure close collaboration with all associated stakeholders
* Apply Category Management principles, and support the development and implementation of the local procurement plan as per Cluster directions
* Work in close collaboration with Cluster Category Manager to provide Cluster insights during Global Strategy definition and ensure that the supplier list is managed efficiently & effectively
* Participate in financial planning and deliverbenefits/value within your perimeter of action
* Identifyand manage the local/Cluster supplier pool
* Negotiate strategic contracts and ensure optimum and sustainable supply conditions. Recommendtimely strategic decisions where relevant to prevent procurement inefficiencies
* Ensuresecurity of supply and effective SRM throughout the supply chain,challengingstatus quo, proposingand runningprojects that added-value
* ManageSRM in full coordination with Global/Regional/Cluster directions. Supports building of innovative & sustainable strategy with local suppliers and promotes any idea that could represent a competitive advantage for JTI
* Leadand/or supportsupplier bidding processes in close cooperation with respective business partners to ensure the best combination of quality, cost, and service conditions for goods and services are attained
* Ensure business connectivity and foster collaborative business partnerships with specific stakeholders. Demonstratethe value of business partnership by developing a customer-oriented approach and aligningstrategy with key business partners ensuringit meets business priorities
* Conductsupply risk assessments, buildcontingency plans, findalternative ideas, solutions in securing the best conditions for JTI including extensive market research and proactive sourcing of innovative suppliers
Who are we looking for – Requirements:
* University degree, preferably in Finance/ Supply Chain / Procurement
* Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar environment in a multinational company
* Fluent English, other languages are an asset
* Strategic thinking
* Analytical skills
* Interpersonal skills, engagement of internal and external parties
* Business environment knowledge
* Decision-making and project management
* MS Office, SAP
What are the next steps – Recruitment process:
Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.
We will make sure every candidate will receive a reply after the application deadline.
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