Senior sourcing specialistapply locations gbs mex - officetime type: full timeposted on: posted yesterdaytime left to apply: end date: november 27, 2024 (14 days left to apply)job requisition id: r0179271tasks performed regularly which form the essential characteristics of the position:strategy executionsupports the category strategy creation and ensures execution of category strategies in the assigned countryis an active part of the extended team for assigned countryproviding insights on the local/ regional marketpresents decision recommendation to the decision board to ensure a transparent and aligned decision making.business partneringidentifies key stakeholders and acts as business partner to them.with internal and/or external stakeholders, creates a clear vision and value proposition for procurementworks with stakeholders to identify short and long-term plans for creating value (e.g., sourcing plans, roadmaps)becomes a trusted advisor for key suppliers, and senior stakeholders for strategic advice and counsel.supplier management and selectionconducts complex supplier selection activities and management of formal strategic sourcing and rfx processes including supplier identification, supplier due diligence activities and owns supplier life-cycle management.drives and conducts price and contract negotiations with a high degree of autonomy, in alignment with business stakeholders and procurement functions as required.works with a high degree of autonomy and takes decisions within assigned area of responsibility.coaches, supervises and collaborates with sourcing specialists for specified sourcing initiatives and supplier management.champions use of esourcing, spend visibility, and r2p tools; leverages and utilizes eauctions where appropriate.for assigned areas, resolves diligently quality, supply, or any other issues in close collaboration with the local and regional stakeholders.analysis and documentationperforms proposal analysis, including price analyses, “should cost” modelling, benchmarking and total cost of ownership (tco).generates proposal/quote comparisons and compiles detailed assessment of cost breakdowns.ensures full documentation (rfqs documents, contracts, and data & price maintenance at each sourcing project closure.)risk management and ethical standardsevaluates financial stability of suppliers and manages supplier risks as needed while considering the local plans, regulations, and specificities.demonstrates the highest ethical standards and ensures fresenius medical care procedures are adopted and followed.performance measurement:target results in terms of savings/cost avoidancethe successful execution of global or above country contracts established by global category teamsoptimization of procurement processessuccessful completion of sourcing events leading cross-functional project teamsqualifications, experience, know-how and skills critical for success:required training and education: university degree in economics, business administration or respectively equal educational training incl. relevant work experiencerequired professional experience (in years):extensive purchasing experience in an international context, healthcare sector preferredminimum 5 years professional experience within tactical procurementknowledge of industry-specific rules and regulations as well as industry standardsrequired personal competencies:understands the business environmentcollects, handles, and analyses diverse data types while leveraging digital communication technologies.delivers structured and compelling strategies based on data-driven insights, stakeholder needs and business objectives.embraces change and new ideas as well as formulates and applies creative responses to problems.communicates effectivelyother specialized knowledge, expertise and skills:functional knowledge: drives negotiations for strong outcomes including optimal financial and operational results.collaborates to create and manage contracts aligned with legal standards.takes an organised approach to managing projects, including defining a clear scope, key deliverables and timeline that is communicated regularly to stakeholders.demonstrates and applies a holistic procurement approach based on a deep internal & external analysis jointly with strong stakeholder engagement and a long-term vision and strategy.develops and applies a methodology for selecting, negotiating, contracting, and implementing supplier agreement(s) with the aim of reducing the total costs of purchased materials/goods/services while maintaining and improving levels of quality, service, and technology.it skills: ms office, knowledge of esourcing tools a pluslanguages: fluent english, other languages a plusspecial personal requirements: flexibility for occasional business travelling (10%)about usour work experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. 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