BUYER
Core
Define sourcing strategies, evaluate and select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to maximize business performance.
Role type
Senior Category Buyer / Key Supplier Manager
Builds
Supplier panels, contracts, and sourcing strategies
Domain
Automotive procurement (Michelin)
Required skills
Sourcing strategy definition, supplier evaluation and selection, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, risk assessment, portfolio analysis, benchmarking
Preferred skills
Market expertise, innovation collaboration, CSR integration
Technologies
RFI, RFQ, RFP, SRM tools
Responsibilities
Define sourcing strategy and tactical management, evaluate and select new suppliers, establish new contracts and amendments, animate supplier relationship management, ensure purchasing data quality