Purchasing and Procurement Manager

Will report to the Country Manager China, with a dotted line to the Head of Purchasing in Belgium

Main Tasks

Define and execute the category Purchasing and Procurement strategy, goals and budget

Purchasing and Procurement strategies and related action plans are formalized, validated, communicated and followed by the team

Lead, coordinate, manage Purchasing and Procurement team activities (planning, resources,…)

The Purchasing and Procurement activities are implemented according to the strategy / performance and development management of the team is implemented and documented

Improve processes and policies linked to the Purchasing and Procurement team and activities

Validated and compliant processes and policies exist, are documented and are followed by the team

Participate to the definition and the improvement of the transversal processes and coordinate with the related departments

Transversal processes implemented, interfaces defined, efficient relationships with related departments

Analyze escalated issues and implement appropriate solutions Escalated problems and implemented solutions are documented

Report and document global activities, improvement plans and undertaken actions with the required level of details and accuracy Reporting and KPI are communicated, analyzed and action plans are proposed for decision making

Lead supplier selection up to final negotiation and contract closure Selection process is respected; number of yearly signed contract is met

Follow up health of supplier (financial/ delivery / quality) and define clear actions in case of issues

KPI are set and monitored action plan is defined in case of issue.

Requirement

61 You have rich experience in technical purchasing including direct and indirect purchasing.

61 Proven experience in purchasing and procurement stakeholder management in Industrial Sectors (Medical Devices, Automotive,...)

61 Deep expertise and exposure to different purchasing and procurement disciplines

61 Proven record of impacting strategic definition and initiatives for improvement purposes

61 Strong interpersonal skills applicable for negotiating, clarifying, and collaborating

61 Advanced leadership skills, with proven ability to influence at all levels and across business lines

61 Fluency in English

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