DM Senior Buyer
Job Description
<strong>Be part of something bigger. Decode the future.<br><br></strong>At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.<br><br>Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.<br><br>Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.<br><br><strong>All about the role:<br><br></strong>DM Senior Buyer is responsible for coordinating activities involving the procurement of raw material supplies, or components used to manufacture major appliances at the lowest total system cost. You will drive activities that deliver on assigned end to end supply base simplification and productivity goals as well as process KPIs. In addition to delivering on necessary goals, you will support the commodity managers and act as a liaison between the factory and assigned suppliers. The responsibilities will include general communication/account management, supporting supplier qualification, and supplier accountability (measured to Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Technology targets). You will also provide purchasing support to the various internal departments who utilize these assigned categories and support stakeholders in both vendor management and contract negotiation as needed. You will ensure maximum collaboration with the Commodity Team and implement the action plans within the PL, granting correct flow from factory into commodity organization and ensure execution of the sourcing activities and relevant information.<br><br><strong>What you’ll do:<br><br></strong><ul><li> Represent BA purchasing team for assigned commodities in global negotiations & contracting.</li><li> Performs follow-up to ensure that all supplier commitments are met and meet the standards agreed upon.</li><li> Drive data analytics within the relevant categories, identify opportunities for improvement, make recommendations, contribute to implementation and track results</li><li> Ensure proper filing, up to date documentation and regular reporting of important data.</li><li> Continuous support to different departments (supply chain, production, R&D, Finance, etc.) and colleagues.</li><li> Manage/ contribute to assigned projects.</li><li> Foster innovation input from suppliers and promote it into Electrolux organization</li><li> Maximize buying efficiency, minimize supply disruption, and financial risks for the Business Area</li><li> Able to analyze a massive amount of data, identify relevant information or trends within the data, develop conclusions that could lead to improved business decisions and organize the relevant data in a way that is easy for the customer to understand and utilize</li><li> Contributes to budget development</li><li> Implements procurement policies and procedures, and sets guidelines</li><li> Understand, communicate and enforce Electrolux Home Products policy as it pertains to supplier and internal issues.</li><li> Support Group Category Team in the development & execution of a category strategy based around the Value Based Sourcing approach with deep and early engagement with suppliers, R&D and other cross functional stakeholders.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications:<br><br></strong><ul><li> 3 – 5 years of relevant, progressive strategic sourcing, category management or equivalent leadership experience required</li><li> Proven Track record of managing and delivering cost reductions / value creation.</li><li> Ability to work with key stakeholders in global locations and at various levels</li><li> Strong knowledge of the strategic sourcing methodology and its application.</li><li> Strong knowledge of direct materials categories.</li><li> Demonstrated ability to effectively manage strategic supplier relationships, including performance, development and integration.</li><li> Knowledge of supplier processes and cost drivers.</li><li> Results-oriented and demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li> Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain good cross functional working relationships.</li><li> Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet goals and deliver results effectively.</li><li> Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications</li><li> Languages: Fluent in English, any other language is an asset<br><br></li></ul><strong>Where you’ll be:<br><br></strong>You will be based at Electrolux Manufacturing Site at 10th of Ramadan City- Sharkia Governate- Egypt.<br><br><strong>As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.<br><br></strong><strong>Find out more on:<br><br></strong>Electrolux Group<br><br>()<br><br><strong>req43938<br><br></strong>
