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Inviting applications for the role of EMEA Sourcing Specialist -Management Trainee - Hybrid, Bucharest (Romania).
The Role will assist in the execution of Sourcing projects to enable the delivery of defined country annual savings targets. These projects will deliver advantage for the business through cost savings, lifecycle value generation, demand management, innovation and reducing risk within the supply chain.
The projects will be delivered globally or locally in accordance with the Category Strategy and will demonstrate the full range of supply and demand-side levers. Sourcing knowledge will be applied in the execution of these plans across all category areas, whilst ensuring the risks associated with the purchase of goods and services are mitigated commercially, contractually, and operationally.
The Ops Sourcing Buyer will assist in the execution of eSourcing and for delivering incremental value to the business through eAuctions where needed.
The role will likely work across a variety of categories so will need to demonstrate Indirect category knowledge and be able to work dynamically and flexibly with a broad range of SMEs (Subject Matter Expert) across the business.
The role holder will work with a variety of business partners within the organization, spanning business operations, procurement and supply chain managers, this will require proactive engagement by the role holder to understand business requirements and ensure a definitive sourcing strategy is quickly established and delivered to within the agreed contractual SLAs and critical metrics.
Lastly, the role holder will be required to demonstrate professional and concise written and verbal communications in the required Country Language (English) and have the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of partners across the organisation.
Responsibilities
The Role will assist in the execution of Sourcing projects to enable the delivery of defined country annual savings targets. These projects will deliver advantage for the business through cost savings, lifecycle value generation, demand management, innovation and reducing risk within the supply chain.
The projects will be delivered globally or locally in accordance with the Category Strategy and will demonstrate the full range of supply and demand-side levers. Sourcing knowledge will be applied in the execution of these plans across all category areas, whilst ensuring the risks associated with the purchase of goods and services are mitigated commercially, contractually, and operationally.
The Ops Sourcing Buyer will assist in the execution of eSourcing and for delivering incremental value to the business through eAuctions where needed.
The role will likely work across a variety of categories so will need to demonstrate Indirect category knowledge and be able to work dynamically and flexibly with a broad range of SMEs (Subject Matter Expert) across the business.
The role holder will work with a variety of business partners within the organization, spanning business operations, procurement and supply chain managers, this will require proactive engagement by the role holder to understand business requirements and ensure a definitive sourcing strategy is quickly established and delivered to within the agreed contractual SLAs and critical metrics.
Lastly, the role holder will be required to demonstrate professional and concise written and verbal communications in the required Country Language (English) and have the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of partners across the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Sourcing of the Indirect Spend categories with spend range within Sourcing Triage Thresholds
- Project management support in Sourcing projects
- Contracts repository management
- Drafting and Negotiating contracts; Drive the preparation of proposal documents, statement of works (SOWs), quotations and bids with pertinent specifications, as per the process
- Use appropriate pre-approved legal templates to produce NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements), Call Off agreements and contract amendments/renewals
- Vendors and contracts base administration (i.e. initiating the onboarding, and risk management process)
- Support in implementing new policies and procedures, and new systems
- Support in supplier evaluation, selection and set-up of ongoing performance management; Rate and lead performance of suppliers, ensure supplier performance of all contracts
- To liaise with business stakeholders to understand their requirements and close them in the given time frame
- Perform spend & market analysis in order to identify the best available market price for the ongoing project/service
- Responsible for savings targets, timely deliveries, and Customer Satisfaction within the contractual SLAs/KPIs
- When needed, participate in performance reviews with Global Category managers and Regional Heads of Procurement and their sourcing managers; to ensure sourcing strategies are aligned and pipeline activity is proceeding
- Carry out all reporting requirements accurately and within the specified time scales as needed
- Apply appropriate procurement approach in negotiations; Independently prepare and lead negotiations to a successful conclusion where required
- Develop and drive effective relationships with suppliers, Coordinate, review and respond to supplier inquiries, protests and appeals
- Agree sourcing plans and set expectations for effective value delivery
- Help business stakeholders understand and engage with the Organization’s procurement processes
- Procurement experience* demonstrating a track record of leading the delivery of successful end-to-end sourcing projects
- Oral and written proficiency in English (additional languages are preferred)
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification, preferably within Business Management, Procurement and/or Supply Chain management
- Proficiency in Excel, BI
- Proven track record of supporting multiple end-to-end sourcing activities, demonstrating an ability to lead parallel projects/ tasks
- Ability to prioritize critical activities where needed
- Builds and maintains effective partner and supplier relationships to assure successful business performance.
- Sound understanding and execution of effective negotiation strategy
- Resolves quality problems with suppliers and partners quickly and efficiently, takes direction where needed
- Reviews commercial contracts to ensure they protect against risk and deliver advantage to the business; puts forward suggestions for operational improvement (as appropriate)
- Exposure to ERP and other procurement systems (Oracle Fusion / Ariba / any other S&P tool)
- Category experience of buying, preferably in Indirect categories such as HR Services, Marketing, Professional Services (Consulting, Financial services, Insurance), Facilities and Real Estate
- Project management experience
- Personal effectiveness; Energetic and self-motivated
- Ability to deploy effective influencing techniques
- Proven ability to lead multiple projects/tasks effectively
- Ability to lead change effectively; uses straightforward and constructive arguments to gain buy-in from others
- Analytical and financial skills
- Demonstrated success working in a team environment
- Exercises sound judgement on day to day business problems and provides recommendations for solving course correction
- Ability to act on own initiative
- Communicates clearly and with an inclusive style
- Collaborative and cross cultural
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications
- Exposure to reviewing and understanding Dun & Bradstreet reports, Credit Scoring methods
- Attractive salary;
- Stable job offers - employment contract
- Work in a multicultural and diverse environment with employees from over 30 countries
- Genpact supports professional trainings and great career development opportunities
- Free access to our award-winning learning platform
- Benefits such as Meal Tickets, Medical Services, Insurance, additional vacation days or partner discounts
Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to building a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit www.genpact.com. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
JobManagement Trainee
Primary LocationRomania-Bucharest
Education LevelBachelor's / Graduation / Equivalent
Job PostingJul 7, 2023, 9:43:54 PM
Unposting DateOngoing
Master Skills ListCorporate
Job CategoryFull Time
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