Senior Purchasing Specialist

Grundfos

Wuhan, Hubei
Permanent
Full-time

17 days ago

What is the job about?

Deliver consistently high Customer satisfaction on behalf of Group Purchasing and the performance unit.
Conduct Value Based Sourcing within the Category
A continuously optimization of the Operational Excellence, Innovation and Sustainability delivered from Suppliers.
TCO optimization in the industry/ category

Your main responsibilities:Strategic sourcing related activities:

Responsible to develop category strategy.
Execution of category strategy by using the existing Purchasing Tools.
Drive and execute supplier negotiations.
Responsible for the tendering process (eRFI & RFQs and e-auctions).
Gain and establish in-depth market knowledge.
Select supplier and negotiate overall purchase conditions (projects, re-source etc).
Oversee and optimize supplier portfolio.
Responsible for the contract coverage.
Responsible for cost out activities.
Supplier development and approval

Supplier Relationship Management related activities:

Responsible for the performances of suppliers (e.g. on-time deliveries, quality).
Regular follow-up with suppliers on performance against target and agreed development activities.
Drive, arrange and participate in system audits, CSR audits etc.
Support supply chain improvements and initiatives in cooperation with local units
Oversee suppliers' capacities and drives improvement initiatives.
Supports Product Development
Secure deliverables on required VPC activities including approval of supply chain.
Ensure classification of suppliers.
Create SRM strategies for key suppliers and relevant collaborative suppliers.
Drive and design supply chain solutions to support 48h deliveries.
Establish and drive a team of cross-functional key stakeholders.
Support Purchasing for Project sales with the right supplier portfolio

Operational Procurement Management related activities

Accountable for Vendor master data
Accountable for Purchasing conditions

What do you need to apply?We expect you have:

Relevant commercial or technical education;
At least 5 years of relevant experience within sourcing in a global organization;
Experienced in communicating at senior executive level as well as other levels internally as well as externally (typical counterpart in relationships and strategic negotiations will be managing directors or senior executives);
Analytical and strategic thinking;
Result- and action oriented
Self-confident; Cooperative
Fluent in English
Expected travel is approximately 30-40 days per year

We look forward to hearing from you.Apply nowStartPlease wait...Information at a GlanceJob detailsWorkplace: Hybrid (office and home-working)Job Location: Wuhan, Hubei, ChinaContract Type: Full-TimeEmployment Type: RegularAbout GrundfosGrundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.An inclusive teamWe believe that the key to a work environment, where employees thrive and grow, is our ability to celebrate and value our differences in background, experiences and perspectives. In our recruitment process we welcome all professional people without consideration of age, colour, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, ethnicity or religion.Join our Talent CommunityIf you want to stay updated on all career opportunities, please join our Talent Community!Here you can create a job alert to receive updates about job opportunities that match your interest.Grundfos values

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