Senior Marketing Category Buyer

• Supporting category managers with sourcing and procurement strategy
• Leading a small to medium-sized team of Sourcing Analysts and Buyers, mentoring them and sharing best practices
• Working with Category Managers on strategy plans, sourcing execution, supporting category planning, and strategic sourcing tasks
• Creating negotiation strategies and leading negotiations to ensure timely supply and savings for purchases
• Identifying new sources of supply and communicating with diverse range of stakeholders
• Discussing with vendors and evaluating their products and capabilities as suppliers
• Managing all supplier selection and procurement activities
• Actively involved in continuous efforts to improve operations
• Participating in company-building activities, including recruitment

• Advanced English in Spoken and Written form (B2+)
• At least 5 years of experience in strategic or tactical buying
• MRO experience is an absolute must
• Experience with sourcing, and negotiation activities
• Some management or team-lead experience
• Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects at once
• Knowledge of improvement methodologies such as TQM, Six Sigma, or APEX is a plus

• Remote work possible
• 25 days of vacation
• 4 additional sick days
• Home office contribution
• FlexiPass benefit points
• Meal Vouchers
• Language courses and online training

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