Strategic Buyer

GEA • Hudson, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

GEA Group, located in Hudson, WI, is searching for a Strategic Buyer to join our team! The Strategic Buyer will oversee the assigned respective category to support the business on procurement activities. Works closely with category managers of respective category and project procurement managers implementing the category strategy and linking it into the business. Develop and implement strategic sourcing for spare parts and performance initiatives. Adapts and implements catalogues and framework contracts on Divisional/regional level in compliance with guidelines. Runs negotiations, manages RFQs, 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.

Requirements

• English (fluent)
• 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
• Contract experience
• Commercial/analytical and engagement skill
• University, bachelor’s degree (optional)
• Procurement or Supply chain Certification (optional)
• Experience in procurement processes
• Know-how of international contract management
• Cost analysis and management
• Cultural Awareness
• Experience with implementation of corporate procurement
• Work experience in complex organizations
• Negotiation experience
• Systems, Ariba, S2P, SAP, ERP systems experience
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preferred in food, dairy, or beverage industry as well as construction and field installation projects: quotation, competitive bidding and procurement

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing for spare parts and performance initiatives
• Adapts and implements catalogues and framework contracts on Divisional/ regional level in compliance with guidelines
• Runs negotiations, manages RFQs, 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)
• 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• 12 paid holidays , including a flexible floating holiday
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level