Buyer

About the role

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Identify and evaluate suppliers for goods and services. Participation in re-negotiation or termination of existing contracts if needed, according to assigned value limits and collaboration with sourcing to optimize cost savings. Conduct market research to identify trends, new suppliers, and cost-saving opportunities. Process purchase requests and convert them into purchase orders. Ensure compliance with all relevant Corporate Procurement guidelines and policies (e.g. Code of Conduct, NDA, Sourcing Contracts) Follow the frameworks and guidelines of Category and Material Group Managers and deal with local needs. Purchasing in alignment within the frame of value limits as defined in the Corporate Procurement Guidelines. Select suppliers, communicate, and participate in concluding contracts with suppliers (RFQ, deliverables, payment terms, legal check, SLA's, KPI's, etc.). Solicit, track, collect supplier quotes and prepare for review with business. Perform 1/3bids&buy. Ensure close collaboration with the local country organization and GBS. Identify and mitigate potential risks in the procurement process. Analyses the needs for assigned spend categories; defines and executes sourcing strategies and tactics to meet business goals. Report activities regularly, support and resolve issues arising from Category Manager and other tasks or assignments from time to time. About you We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following: 5 years of experience in a similar role Degree in business administration or similar education Fluent in English, Mandarin and additional language capabilities is a plus. Proficient in MS Office (Office, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work independently with minimum supervision & able to work in team. Positive attitude, proactive, hardworking, trustworthy, matured, and able to always maintain confidentiality. Procurement know-how and experience Knowledge of procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, ARIBA). Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills Flexibility and adaptability to adjust to changing market conditions, and business requirements. Must be organized and able to balance multiple priorities appropriately. Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities. Analytical and problem-solving skills.