Purchasing Framework, Digitalization & Risk Management Professional

Your Key Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement and improvement projects management:

• Identify areas within the purchasing process that can be optimized for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Support to conduct regular reviews of purchasing activities to identify improvement opportunities.
• Conducting necessary project management methods within the defined purchasing processes & systems by defining relevant objectives, collecting datas, excecution and contibuting to its long term success.
• Support the Data and Performance Management team to define areas of improvement within the existing reporting and data management

Collaboration and Capabilities improvement:

• Support the management to assess the skills and capabilities of the purchasing team and identify areas for development.
• Propose performance improvement plans, onboarding plans etc.. with the collaboration with HR and QPP 
• Ensure the accessibility and inortmation sharing of the trainings, tools and processes to the Purchasing teams in Asia Pacific
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between the purchasing team and other departments. Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to drive overall business success.

Innovation:

• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies that can enhance purchasing operations.
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging team members to propose and implement new ideas
• Collaborate with Purchasing teams and other departments to support the integration of innovative solutions

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks in the supply chain, such delivery Risks, Financial risks etc.. and regulatory changes.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of identified risks.
• Monitor the external environment for emerging risks and adjust strategies accordingly

Your Qualifications

• University degree in Economics/Business Administration or Finance/Controlling or Supply Chain or equivalent. Master Degree is a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience in Purchasing or equivalent
• Experience within a network organization 
• High proficiency in verbally and written Communicating skills on an international basis 
• High ability and willingness to approach other persons and cultures in an unbiased and open manner and to work with their opinions and expectations. 
• Good interpersonal skills (curious, open minded, agility to engage people) 
• Good organizational and planning skills 
• Independent working style 
• Strategic thinking
• Takes the initiative and think out of the box 
• Understand easily complex business matters 
• Ability to deliver results under pressure 
• Team player attitude, friendly and service oriented 
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Independent and responsible way of working as well as a quick comprehension 
• Assertiveness combined with analytical and conceptual skills