Sourcing Manager - Basel, Schweiz - We make it

We make it

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Basel, Schweiz

vor 1 Woche

Geschrieben von:

Lena Schneider

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Beschreibung:

We make it GmbH is a company operating nationally in Switzerland, which has a high level of competence in the personnel services sector thanks to many years of successful experience.

Concentration of placement activities on the core areas of industry, technology, office/administration, engineering, pharmaceuticals and IT. We make it GmbH places the highest demands on quality, ethics and discretion.

For our client, the company F. Hoffmann La Roche based in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a Sourcing Manager (M/F/d)

Sourcing Manager (M/F/d):

Background

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for the execution of Direct Procurement Operations activities within a specific region, country or site as well as supplier management responsibilities (negotiating, contracting, performance management) in alignment with the Category Management team.

As a team member in the Direct Procurement Operations team, the role is responsible for executing various value-add activities including, but not limited to, first-level escalation from business stakeholders, master data management, supplier performance management, and driving cost savings / continuous improvement initiatives to ensure maximum value-add to Operations.

The Sourcing Manager has knowledge of business enterprise tools (e.g. SAP) and the overall procurement process / methodology, such as documenting requirements, conducting analysis and negotiations, and communicating with stakeholders and suppliers.

The role has a strong understanding of internal stakeholder functions and requirements, and effectively translates business needs into procurement requirements.

By efficiently and effectively executing the procurement process end-to-end, the Sourcing Manager ensures that end user demand and expectations are satisfied.

In addition to providing high levels of internal customer service, the role also contributes to overall savings opportunity identification and delivery.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Ensuring all procurement requests are executed in line with category guidance, and in compliance with relevant policies, standards, guidelines, and operating procedures, including preferred supplier arrangements and contracting requirements
Execute procurement requests in line with category guidance and compliance with policies, standards, guidelines, and operating procedures
Collaborate with Procurement and Business stakeholders to understand and execute relevant procurement processes.
Work with Category Management teams to address enduser requirements and identify opportunities for aggregation and leverage
Ensure consistent value delivery through continuous improvement methodologies, operational efficiencies, and optimal supplier performance
Collaborate with legal and contracting functions for contracting activities, including the preparation and review of master agreements, statements of work, change orders
Understand end user requirements as received directly or indirectly
Leverage the applicable category guidance documents and procurement knowledge to determine the best method for driving value in meeting the request
Ensure compliance to applicable policies, standards and operating procedures in order to maintain the organization's right to operate
Communicate the status, progress, and outcomes of procurement activities
Support the creation and review of relevant purchasing documentation
Maintain information flows back to the Category Management teams

Must Haves

University degree in business/Supply Chain or similar degree (**)
Min. 3 years procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying (**)
Good communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind (**)
Knowledgeable in systems and processes for efficient management of contract documentation, templates and processing tools (e.g. eSourcing, eAuction) (**)
Business level fluency in English as well as German min. B
Knowledge of business enterprise tools (SAP)
Experience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs
Teamplayer

**Nice to Haves

Post graduate business related qualification
Documented international Strategic Sourcing or cost reduction experience.
Experience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies
Life Sciences experience
Professional purchasing (e.g. CIPS, ISM) or Finance related licenses or certifications
Experience with enterprise systems and procuretopay tools and eSourcing tools
Competence or fluency in German language is strongly encouraged
Business related degree preferable

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