If you like change, change to us

We are an international mid sized group with appetite for innovations, approachable management, lead by objectives / targets which give the opportunity of a wide range of empowerment. We as a growth oriented market leader invite you to join us on our journey from good to great!

Purpose of Role and Value add:

• Commodity management Logistics forwarding and packaging (approx. global spend of 45 M €)
• Drive standardization and cross-functional optimization (global standards, optimized usage, preferred suppliers, decreased complexity)
• Ongoing analysis of the various sub-categories as well as identification and realization of savings potential and cost optimization based on expertise, bundling and global leverage
• Build strong and reliable relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers

Key Outputs:

• Global sourcing strategy
• Development of Target Supplier Panel
• Demand Management (in cross-functional efforts)
• Contract and performance summary for stakeholders
• Compliant frame contracts
• Reporting (savings/performance)
• Early involvement in specification and demand management and involvement of SCM/planning
• TCO optimization

Main Responsibilities:

• Enhance and Implement global purchasing strategy
• Drive standardization of purchasing globally and build and disseminate category-specific expertise
• Run global RFx
• Negotiations frame contracts with main/ preferred suppliers
• Drive standardization of reporting and process governance globally
• Lead negotiations supported by regional buyers
• Work closely with supply chain regarding demand challenge and price agreements
• Develops strategies for the Logistics forwarding and packaging spend
• Conducts frequent risk assessment, designing and managing adequate measures to address supply and price risk for selected spend
• Contributes in delivering bottom line / top line results, managing the commodity spend / projects according to long term planning and upfront aligned targets
• Contributes to simplification and optimization of sourcing processes as needed

Requirements:

• Completed studies and 5+ years professional experience in different roles, incl. strategic sourcing
• Fluency in English Language
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of the forwarding and packaging business
• Willingness to travel (25%)
• Profound understanding of business and supply chain TCO
• Strong communication and facilitation skills / stakeholder management
• Decision making/strategic thinking
• Internal stakeholder management/supplier relationship management

Key Interfaces:

• Supply Chain Management Group/ Regional
• Project teams
• Internal stakeholders
• Suppliers
• Global/regional buyers
• Divisional Commodity Leads
• Direct purchasing functions across the group

At NORMA Group, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome individuals with a wide range of skills and experiences to develop solutions that make a global impact. As a proud equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and heard.