• 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 beverage industry construction and field installation projects: quotation, competitive bidding and procurement  

Educational Background  

• ​​University, bachelor’s degree in engineering or Economics  

• ​Procurement or Supply chain Certification (optional)​

Professional Knowledge and Experiences 

Strategic Buyer: 

• ​​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 ​ 

Senior Strategic Buyer: 

• 10+ years of experience in procurement processes 

• Profound background international contract management 

• Solid cost analysis and management experience 

• Inter-Cultural Sensitivity  

• Experience with implementation of corporate procurement  

• Work experience in complex organizations  

• Profound negotiation experience across the supplier markets 

• Market analysis experience 

• Systems: SAP Ariba, SAP CP  

Other Skills & Competencies  

Strategic Buyer: 

• ​​​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 skills​ 

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​Senior Strategic Buyer:​ 

• ​​English (fluent) 

• ​Ability to network and build lasting relationships 

• ​Internal stakeholder /supplier relationship management 

• ​Strong 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 for Large and complex negotiations 

What will you find being part of GEA? 

• Exciting professional challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a global operating environment. 
• A work culture that promotes the spirit of innovation where our engineers create, develop and implement world-class solutions. 
• We believe in delivering a true work experience in an equal opportunity environment that values difference and diversity. 
• Market competitive salary and benefits complemented by flexible and autonomous work arrangements.