Associate Buyer(Indirect Purchase) || 3-6 Yrs - Bangalore

Mission

The Buyer is accountable for the QDCFTSR of the supplier base on his segments. He/She is responsible to make sure that the segment strategy is implemented through the selection of the right suppliers, and by continuously securing supplier QDCFTSR performance by using the tools and purchasing/cross functional network. QDCFTSR: Quality, Delivery, Cost, Feature, Technology, Sustainability, Risk Management

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Main Responsibilities

• Contribute to local businesses segment strategies
• Responsible to optimize sourcing activities together with the other Buyers
• Responsible to secure that supplier selection is aligned with the Segment strategy.
• To secure the outcome of the sourcing in a contractual package, and that all agreements are approved and signed
• Execute agreements with suppliers
• Drive all relevant activities to deliver on QDCFTSR targets
• Manage Project Performance Reviews with suppliers and stakeholders
• Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility
• Manage and negotiate product/processes changes
• Perform daily purchasing activities related to production orders, logistics and financial flows to the suppliers
• Develop the sourcing plan for the Products/services according to cross functional team.
• Challenge, Negotiate, & Report changes after contract signature and ensure fulfillment of project targets.
• Ensure that the internal administrative processes are ready before actual business initiation with the supplier.
• Closely monitor market developments, trends and the best practices available in the market

Competence & Experience

• University degree in Business, Engineering or related field
• Min 2 years of experience in Purchasing/or negotiation experience in a supplier/customer relationship. Experience in INDIRECT Purchasing will be preferred.
• Experience in contract management and legal understanding.
• Experience in Supplier Selection processes.
• Experience in project management is a bonus.
• Very good negotiation skills.
• Good supplier relationship management skills
• Good Communication and presentation skills
• Self-confidence, self-driven, energetic and positive attitude
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Think Local act Global mindset