At ICM people with talent meet. Are you available immediately for an exciting contract in Zurich Experience in Procurement / Category Management with a focus on CapEx and MRO / Machinery
Tasks
- Develop long range sourcing plans for the CapEx & MRO assigned categories demonstrating a handson approach
- to achieve strategic goals
- Forge contractual programs with suppliers focusing on the goal of reducing the total cost of ownership achieved through a longterm oriented supply base
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to optimize equipment specifications which maximize processing output
- Develop subcategory strategies which contribute toward the goals
- Mentor internal customers on the application of contracted programs
- Manage medium to complex projects as assigned
- Implement standardized sourcing processes create regional/global supply agreements and provide budgetary support for capital equipment
- Support multiple facilities within the region with the ongoing CapEx project purchases (RFx Analysis Negotiation & Award processes)
- Evaluate an encompassing program with integrated suppliers of the assigned categories
- Responsible for commercial terms and conditions
Requirements
- A minimum Bachelor degree in Business or Engineering
- Similar sourcing experience of minimum 710 years with centralized sourcing of technical goods
- A technical knowledge and functional understanding of food processing equipment is a plus.
- Project Management experience preferably in a multiplant or international environment is mandatory
- A proven background in RFI / RFP procedures for capital equipment sourcing and MRO field is mandatory
- An understanding of capital equipment projects and being able to support initiatives with cost analysis
- Exhibit strong negotiation skills a handson attitude and selfmotivation
- Ability to manage multiple projects across various plants simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Prior procurement experience in the food processing pharmaceutical or chemical industries is essential
- English fluent French language is a plus
Did we catch your interest Are you available to start in October here in Zurich Lets talk!