Senior Buyer -Indirect- Software
- Employer
- WilsonHCG-EMEA
- Location
- London
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- 22 Aug 2022
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- Specialist Area
- Buyer
- Sector
- Transport & Distribution
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Why us?
We are part of one of the world s leading airline groups, with 546 aircraft flying to over 270 destinations, carrying more than 100 million passengers each year.
We provide a plug and play platform of scalable, best in class procurement, finance and IT business services to our operating companies.
The company is headquartered in Krakow, and has operations in London, Madrid, Barcelona and Dublin.
Purpose of the role
The objective of the Senior Buyer will be to manage the end-to-end sourcing process and the implementation category strategy in relation to goods and services. This role includes working with stakeholders (inside and outside of Group Procurement) to standardise/simplify specifications, define sourcing strategy, analyse RFP output, negotiate commercial terms and contract agreement drafting. This role covers all sourcing processes globally within the category with key objectives being savings, cash improvement, transaction automation, e-Sourcing, supply base rationalisation, risk mitigation and ensuring contractual coverage.
You will make an impact in this role by
Implementing a category plan strategy by leading the end-to-end sourcing process
Supporting the RFP process (specs, structure, agree suppliers, milestones and evaluation criteria); negotiating with suppliers on all commercial terms (including remote and in-person negotiations)
Developing and managing defined communication channel(s) and/or stakeholder groups (within and outside of Group Procurement)
Leading alignment activities across all group companies and working seamlessly with other functions within the Procurement Operations Centre Team (POC) to manage the entire sourcing process; Supplier Intelligence, Procurement Team and Planning
To succeed in this role, you are likely to have
A proven track record in end-to-end procurement within a matrix organisation with an emphasis on successful negotiations, contract drafting and the ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Strong business and financial acumen with demonstrable experience connected with supporting IT high-profile international procurement projects (Software, Apps) highly desired
The ability to influence, align diverse views and gain consensus, providing clarity and direction on what is to be achieved and break down barriers that get in the way of effective team working
Language skills: English is mandatory, Spanish is an asset
Other
Willingness to travel and work in a multi-site/location environment
What we offer
The chance to enjoy a challenging career in an exciting, fast-moving environment in a dynamic industry.
The opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with great offices in many locations. We aim to provide all our people with a work/life balance, as well as the many benefits offered by a global organisation, including health insurance, pension and performance bonuses.
We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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