Strategic Buyer Indirect
About The Position
GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. GEA Group, located in Romeoville, IL, is searching for a Strategic Buyer - Indirect to join our Procurement Team!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in economics preferred
- Procurement or Supply chain Certification (optional)
- 5+ years' experience in procurement processes
- Systems, Ariba, S2P, SAP experice
- Experience with implementation of corporate procurement
- Know-how contract management
- Cost analysis and management
- Work experience in complex organizations
- Negotiation experience
- Ability to network and build relationships
- Internal stakeholder /supplier relationship management
- Ability to translate business requirements into RFx
- Very good analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
- Takes ownership of the work, successes and mistakes
- Very good communication skills
- Services and delivery expert
- Negotiation Expert
- Commercial/analytical and engagement skills
Responsibilities
- Works closely with category managers of respective category and project procurement managers implementing the category strategy and linking it into the business
- Adapts and implements catalogues and framework contracts on Divisional/ regional level in compliance with guidelines
- Runs negotiations, manages RFQs, negotiations, awarding decisions and follow-up with suppliers, takes awarding decisions in line with category strategy
- Executes supplier selection along strategy, requirements, supplier base development, and identification of new suppliers
- Direct involvement in and solving of issues with suppliers (e.g., quality, delivery and service issues), etc.
- Monitors and communicates performance of suppliers
- Strives for automation and digitalization practices and tool improvement
- Ensures cost, availability, innovation, and quality within the sourcing plan creation and execution
- Ensures compliance with procurement process, policies and other statutory requirements within category
- Accountable for achieving agreed KPIs and their reporting
- Experience preferred in indirect category (Specific as responsible category scope)
- Predominantly works tactically - executes strategic initiatives
- Continuously optimizes procurement processes in scope of work
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
- 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
- A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
- Tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
- Wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
- Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
- Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
