Master's or bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of multinational Supply Chain experience
Experience in leading corporate Supply Chain networks
Strong knowledge of supply/demand planning, warehousing, and logistics
Proficient in contract management and project management
Negotiation experience in global supplier markets
Fluent in English, preferably with knowledge of local language
Responsibilities
Develop strategic vision and initiatives for FT US & LAM
Drive procurement activities for local FT organization in the Americas
Manage direct and indirect procurement processes
Negotiate long-term vendor contracts and pricing terms
Ensure resource availability and meet performance targets
Synchronize local production requirements with supplier material flow
Lead continuous improvement of procurement processes
Benefits
Opportunity to support $125M in annual purchases
Professional development through training in negotiations and e-Auction tools
Engagement in global supply chain strategic projects
Dynamic work environment with a focus on team collaboration
Leadership opportunities in developing procurement teams
Full Job Description
Responsibilities / Tasks
Work on strategic vision and initiatives for FT US & LAM
Develop and drive procurement activities for the local FT organization in America's
Develop and drive procurement activities for the GEA US & LAM Market and support LAM Hygiene site for strategic procurement needs.
Responsible for direct and indirect procurement
Negotiate, involved in long term vendor contracts
Secure availability of resources and materials, achieve the required performance targets in terms of cost and delivery time.
Synchronize the requirements of local production with the flow of materials from suppliers in order to achieve a balance between, high delivery performances, low working capital, and low spend.
Manage Continuous Improvement of procurement processes and structure (strategy, methods, tools, personnel development, etc.)
Ensure compliance to QHSE regulations.
Support the execution of the special global supply chain strategic projects as it relates to the local operation.
Manage and coordinate key suppliers, assess supplier quality, secure priorities, availability of products and materials.
Define pricing and contractual conditions, negotiate discounts and define terms of payment with suppliers.
Set and control saving targets for the relevant categories and track Implementation of cost reduction projects, ensure standard spend and savings reporting.
Develop and procurement team by special training in negotiations or using e-Auction tools
Develop and implement a performance measurement system to manage the savings, on time delivery and quality of the suppliers
Understand the customer needs and their specific requirements (Farm Business)
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and material requirements
Lead projects for Make or Buy and drive for decisions & implementation.
Identify and assess key strategic suppliers.
Perform other tasks as required.
Key Accountabilities:
Develop and drive procurement activities for the local FT organization.
Develop and drive procurement activities for the GEA US & LAM Market and support LAM Hygiene site for strategic procurement needs.
Responsible for direct and indirect procurement
Will support $125M in annual purchase both direct and indirect for US and LAM market
Develop purchasing organization and teams to work on a day-to-day basis and at strategic level
Your Profile / Qualifications
Educational Background:
Master/bachelor's degree in business administration/ engineering or equivalent educational level or
Professional Knowledge:
At least 5 years multinational Supply Chain (Procurement, Planning, Warehousing, Logistics) experience
Experience in leading and implementation of corporate Supply Chain networks
Profound know how of supply/demand planning, warehousing and logistics
Work experience both in complex matrix and centralized organizations
Deep understanding of business
Experience in change-management
Profound know how of contract management
Profound project management skills
Negotiation experience across the global supplier markets
Experience in supplier management
Other Skills and Competencies:
English (proficient), preferably local language (fluent)
Deep understanding of business on a broad international scale with developed focus on customer needs and fulfilment of customer expectations
Open-minded and solution oriented, strong problem solving skills
Team player, good net-worker and negotiator
Very good communication skills
Strong customer orientation
Leadership skills, entrepreneurial competencies
The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $130,000 - $160,000 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States. The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.
Please note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
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About GEA Group
GEA Group is a German industrial machinery company specializing in process engineering and components. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. GEA Group operates in over 50 countries and has over 18,000 employees.
