Description
Strategic Procurement Manager - London/Germany - 3-6 Month Contract - (MS Office, German Language, Procurement, Supply Chain)
My client are currently recruiting for a number of Strategic Procurement Managers for a 3-6 month initial contract based in London. The role will also involve some travel to Germany on a regular basis and the client are keen to get the people on site as soon as possible.
Role Information:
- Lead a complex individual supply chain sub-category; including data and industry analysis; reports results to senior managers/business executives/directors.
- Working as part of a Global Supply Chain who are located across Europe.
- Meet with Stakeholder senior managers to understand business priorities and translate them into supply chain strategies; influences the industry or marketplace for complex categories.
- Develops and utilizes supply chain, business, and financial modelling tools.
- Lead Supplier selection activities. Drives supply base optimization.
- Responsible for day-to-day operations of large, complex suppliers.
- Partner with suppliers in forward thinking strategic development and relationship building
- Provide input on risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management and operational strategies.
- Assesses current and evolving business models in the marketplace.
- Influences a large supply base across multiple business units.
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent understanding of global procurement processes, industry, and complex suppliers.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Excellent business application skills (eg, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint) and supply chain modelling skills. Strong knowledge, use and influence of procurement tools and applications.
- Excellent communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities. Strong Project Management Skills
- Advanced Negotiation Skills
- Ability to close complex deals in a timely fashion.
- Strong ability to develop suppliers strategically.
- Excellent cultural knowledge of supplier locations
- Excellent Industry and Market knowledge in function area
- Candidates should be able to speak fluent German and be willing to travel to Germany on a regular basis.
If you feel you're a good fit or want to know a bit more about the role please contact me.