Category Buyer
Core
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for defined commodities, managing a portfolio of preferred suppliers to ensure optimal performance and value.
Role type
Category Buyer
Builds
Procurement solutions and supply chain optimizations for internal business units and projects
Domain
Maritime engineering / Offshore construction / Supply Chain Management
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Sourcing strategy development, supplier network management, contract negotiation, root cause analysis, stakeholder collaboration, TCO reduction, compliance management, market expertise
Preferred skills
Technical subject affinity, MS Office Excel/Powerpoint proficiency, knowledge of reporting tools
Technologies
MS Office Excel, Powerpoint, reporting tools
Responsibilities
Develop and manage a network of reliable and financially stable suppliers; Develop category strategy and identify opportunities for optimizing the supply chain process; Manage relationships with various internal stakeholders; Manage and guide high value purchases and strive for TCO reductions; Ensure internal/external compliance with sourcing procedures and contracts; Take the lead in negotiating, drafting and maintaining sourcing contracts, service level agreements, price lists, etc.; Ensure standards for price competitiveness, product quality, delivery performance, safety and sustainability are met by all suppliers; Perform root cause analysis towards re-occurring supply issues and take the lead in initiating corrective actions towards structural operational issues
Seniority
Individual Contributor
