Purchasing Manager
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement · Purchasing
In short
Electrolux Group is looking for a Purchasing Manager to oversee the procurement of raw materials and components for appliance manufacturing. The role involves driving cost reduction initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and supporting cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment based in Sharkia, Egypt.
Responsibilities
- Manage implementation of sourcing strategies in specific product lines.
- Initiate cost out activities/projects.
- Monitor the procure to pay cycle and implement improvement actions.
- Participate on quality improvement programs for components/suppliers.
- Coordinate engineering change projects from costing and sourcing perspective.
- Drive data analytics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure proper filing, up-to-date documentation and regular reporting.
- Provide continuous support to different departments (supply chain, production, R&D, Finance, etc.).
- Manage/contribute to assigned projects.
- Foster innovation input from suppliers.
- Maximize buying efficiency, minimize supply disruption, and financial risks.
- Analyze data to identify relevant information or trends and develop conclusions.
- Contribute to budget development.
- Implement procurement policies and procedures.
- Enforce Electrolux Home Products policy as it pertains to supplier and internal issues.
- Support Group Category Team in the development & execution of a category strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business or engineering.
- 5 - 7 years of relevant, progressive strategic sourcing, category management or equivalent leadership experience required.
- Proven Track record of managing and delivering cost reductions / value creation.
- Ability to work with key stakeholders in global locations and at various levels.
- Strong knowledge of the strategic sourcing methodology and its application.
- Strong knowledge of direct materials categories.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage strategic supplier relationships, including performance, development and integration.
- Knowledge of supplier processes and cost drivers.
- Results-oriented and demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Qualifications
- International work experience, enjoying working in a global environment and delivering in cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking, strong analytical skills and ability to see the big picture.
- Proven track record of displaying strong business understanding and ability to evaluate risks/opportunities.
- Exceptional collaboration skills and ability to form strong cross-functional relationships.
- Great communication skills and ability to convince, influence and motivate others.
- Self-driven, problem-solver with a proven track record of delivering great results.
- Ability to work in a fast-moving environment, being open to new opportunities and evolving priorities, and flexible in delivering against strict deadlines and dealing with ambiguity.
- Passionate about work and able to transmit energy to the team.
Benefits
- Flexibility of work hours with hybrid work arrangement
- Discounts on Electrolux products and services.
- Medical & Hospitalization coverage.
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Company
Electrolux Group
Job Posted
3 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
Hybrid
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
Sharkia, Egypt
Qualification
Bachelor
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