Strategic Buyer

Description

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• English (fluent)

• Ability to network and build relationships

• Internal stakeholder /supplier relationship management

• Ability to translate business requirements into RFx

• Very good analytical capabilities, problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically

• Takes ownership of the work, successes and mistakes

• Very good communication skills

• Services and delivery expert

• Negotiation Expert

• Contract experience

• Commercial/analytical and engagement skill

• University, bachelor’s degree (optional)

• Procurement or Supply chain Certification (optional)

• Experience in procurement processes

• Know-how of international contract management

• Cost analysis and management

• Cultural Awareness

• Experience with implementation of corporate procurement

• Work experience in complex organizations

• Negotiation experience

• Systems, Ariba, S2P, SAP, ERP systems experience

• Travel up to 20%

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

• Works closely with category managers of respective category and project procurement managers implementing the category strategy and linking it into the business

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing for spare parts and performance initiatives

• Adapts and implements catalogues and framework contracts on Divisional/ regional level in compliance with guidelines

• Runs negotiations, manages RFQs, awarding decisions and follow-up with suppliers, takes awarding decisions in line with category strategy

• Executes supplier selection along strategy, requirements, supplier base development, and identification of new suppliers

• Direct involvement in and solving of issues with suppliers (e.g., quality, delivery and service issues), etc.

• Monitors and communicates performance of suppliers

• Strives for automation and digitalization practices and tool improvement

• Ensures cost, availability, innovation, and quality within the sourcing plan creation and execution

• Ensures compliance with procurement process, policies and other statutory requirements within category

• Accountable for achieving agreed KPIs and their reporting

• Experience preferred in food, dairy, or beverage industry as well as construction and field installation projects: quotation, competitive bidding and procurement