IM&S Senior Site Buyer

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IM&S Senior Site Buyer– Your future position? 

Develop and implement business procurement strategies and plans in line with company objectives for the country/site to optimise costs, both P&L and balance sheet (working capital, creditors terms and stock arrangements) and to identify and reduce risk.

Manages the procurement of Indirect Materials & Services (IM&S) in Indonesia. This includes sourcing, contract negotiation, pricing agreement, project management and collaboration with cross-functional.

In this exciting role, you will:

• Drive procurement process by developing intimate knowledge of selected commodity markets through conducting market research and analysis, personal contacts with suppliers, brokers and any other sources of market information.
• Analyze trends and market movements for use in making sound procurement decisions.
• Furnish market conditions, pricing, shortages or technical information to Procurement Managers and makes recommendations.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to optimize procurement process.
• Co-ordinate, oversee and review the procurement process, software and system.
• Integrate the IM&S processes so as to conform to the guidelines developed within the SAP and SRM system.
• Maintain existing SRM catalogues and drive the implementation of new SRM catalogues
• Advise and assist other functions in the evaluation and pricing of alternative materials. Advise on trade practices, pricing, market conditions, delivery terms, and utilization of technical services of vendors.
• Drive vendor selection and consolidation
• Solicit and analyze quotes, negotiate prices and delivery terms and investigate invoice discrepancies.
• Initiate search for new or alternative materials or products. Investigates and approves the facilities, quality and financial responsibility of potential suppliers.

Your professional profile includes:

• Possess a Bachelors in Business or any relevant education background
• 5-7 years experience as Buyer/Senior Buyer or similar role in Procurement
• Understanding of procurement processes
• Proficient in procurement software and strong computer skills (SAP, SRM, Microsoft Office)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and able to work with people across different levels and areas.
• Strong Project Management skills and good understanding of procurement process
• Strong negotiation skills to drive positive result
• Meticulous with analytical mindset, strong organizing and time management skills.
• Result oriented and able to work independently

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.
Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.