Procurement Category Manager

Job Description

Global Procurement Category Manager

Shape better ways of buying. Shape better ways of living.

At Electrolux Group, 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.

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.

Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!

About the role:

Within the Group Purchasing Organization, Global Procurement Purchasing has the key responsibility of awarding new businesses, in close collaboration with the Global Categories.

Our mission is to ensure the award of businesses to the best suppliers through project negotiations, using advanced tools as refined cost models , Supplier Development methodologies, etc… fulfilling the targets of cost, quality and flexibility.

We operate in all the regions (Business Areas) with a panel of international suppliers engaging them with our internal business partners as: Sales, R&D, Quality, Manufacturing & Engineering, Product Line, Marketing, Finance etc.

We rely on building strong cooperation. We focus on innovation, quality and development of long-term relationships with our strategic suppliers. Sustainability and continuous improvement are the elements that are underpinning our activity.

As we operate in a dynamic, international and competitive environment, we count on our well-developped social capabilities and good set of technical or financial skills to get us through the day. For sure it represents a fantastic growth experience where you can learn from all the different activities we need to manage.

What you’ll do:

• The Global Procurement Purchasing  is responsible for:
• Global Procurement Purchasing ownership for the All Business Areas
• Managing the business strategically with the objective to leverage , to promote  complexity reduction ,  simplification ,  modularization, cost performance and innovation driving :
• VBS process  - Early involvement of the suppliers in new programs
• Supplier Development  ( automation, quality improvement , productivity increase )
• Sourcing Decisions in close collaboration with the Global Domain Managers and key stakeholders ( Product Line, Quality , Manufacturing , Design ) .
• LTA’s negotiations
• Suppliers Selection
• Cost Modeling analysis
• Innovation Prospection
• Develop and retain strong supplier relationships.
• Manage relationships / partnerships with cross functional teams and internal stakeholders.
• Responsible for data research, analytics, and management of direct material category strategies.
• Support the development of annual budgets and 5-year strategic plans for the Business Area identifying opportunities and risks.
• Generate initiatives and projects to deliver productivity targets.
• Lead internal and external analysis (industry & supplier) as a member of a cross-functional sourcing team
• Provide indirect and collaborative leadership to the IndOp purchasing teams to ensure on-time project execution & implementation of category strategies.
• Participate, prepare, and support RFQ and other strategic sourcing activities.
• Manage and evaluate contractual agreement terms to ensure compliance.
• Assist in the implementation and expansion payment terms (NOWC).
• Evaluate and propose actions and initiatives around simplification and complexity reduction.
• Participate in negotiations and use creative ways to drive value by the utilization of Value Based Sourcing.
• Maximize buying efficiency, minimize supply disruption, and financial risks for the Business Area.
• Support Program Management on new model Launches and platform refresh programs.
• Address / support resolution to supplier driven performance issues
• Identify potential contract improvement opportunities & re-negotiations.
• Work with the Global Category and Business Area Purchasing to build and deploy a category strategy that aligns all Business Areas requirements.
• Reporting to: Procurement Director, Electronics & Wire Harness

Who you are:

• Education: University degree (Industrial/Mechanical engineer or Economics background is an asset)
• 3-5 years of relevant, progressive strategic sourcing, category management or equivalent leadership experience required
• Proven Track record of managing and delivering cost reductions / value creation.
• Ability to work with key stakeholders in global locations and at various levels
• Strong leadership skills including leading supplier resources and cross-functional teams.
• Experience and knowledge of the purchasing environment for the commodities managed with the capability to analyze business procurement issues, recommend solutions and strategies, and implement change.
• Strong knowledge of the strategic sourcing methodology and its application.
• Strong knowledge of direct materials categories.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage strategic supplier relationships, including relationship building, performance, development and integration.
• Knowledge of supplier processes and cost drivers.
• Results-oriented and demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain good cross functional working relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet goals and deliver results effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Travel will be required
• Languages: Fluent in English, any other language is an asset.

Where you’ll be:

You will be based at the Shanghai office

Benefits highlights: 

• Flexible work hours/hybrid work environment; 

• Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux products and services; 

• Family-friendly benefits; 

• Health and Well-being initiatives 

• Extensive learning opportunities and flexible career path. 

• Continued Progress on Diversity & Inclusion 

• Living our Sustainability Commitment 

As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you. 

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