Procurement Category Manager Plastic

Procurement Category Manager Plastic Join us where great consumer experiences begin. At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living. Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100 countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together. Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home All about the role: Directly reporting to the Procurement Director Plastic Transformation, you will support plastic transformation teams with specific focus on EU, you will drive cross functional initiatives within Transformation Category and you will be responsible for specific categories (from budget to strategy definition, from finding cost improvement to following up running business, complexity reduction, supplier consolidation, etc ) What you will do: Managing the business strategically with the objective to leverage, promote complexity reduction, modularization, cost performance and innovation driving and ensuring productivity targets using LTA. Drive massive RFQ processes within EWU region in the Plastic Transformation categories Demonstrated ability to develop and retain strong supplier relationships with 360 degrees approach (focusing on cost, quality, delivery, sustainability, risk management, innovation…) and extensive negotiation skills. Working in collaboration with Product Line Purchasing and Business Area Purchasing to build and deploy a category strategy that aligns all Product Line and Business Areas requirements supporting new project timing execution and matching with company targets. Manage relationships / partnerships with cross functional teams and internal stakeholders in different BA Drive cross functional initiatives and projects, supporting the whole Plastic Transformation area Responsible of BU definition and implementation, Cost Model, NOWC extension, supplier base definition Manage and evaluate contractual agreement terms to ensure compliance. Address / support resolution to supplier driven performance issues as well as activities on supplier development and improvement projects. Who you are: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Management, or Equivalent Minimum 3-5 years of relevant, progressive strategic sourcing, category management or equivalent; leadership experience required as well as target oriented Strong team player Flexible and self-driven Strategic approach and open-minded person focus on finding solutions and on continuous improvement Strong soft skills in managing relationships with both external and internal stakeholders inside a global environment and at different hierarchical levels Great communication skills Ability to manage large data sets, and convert to actionable information / intelligence / actions Stress management Fluent English written and spoken Where you’ll be: You’ll be based in an international context in the central office for Purchasing in Susegana (Italy) Flexible work hours/hybrid work model Dynamic and collaborative environment World-class learning opportunities and flexible career path Discounts on our award-winning Electrolux products and services As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you. LI-CR1 J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: santa-lucia-di-piave, IT

Posted Date: 11/28/2024