Raw Material Buy Desk Lead TeamJob Summary Manages the local supply for the assigned plant(s) and regional sourcing portfolio in accordance with Global Procurement policies, systems and procedures, while contributing to the execution of the Global Procurement strategies through active participation on assigned Category Excellence Teams.
Responsibilities Knowledge of ProcurementDeep understanding of procurement and key supply markets locallyMature related experience in sourcing, supply chain, suppliersProcurement best practiceMature Procurement best practices locallyStrong knowledge in Raw MaterialsStrong knowledge with Raw Materials Suppliers in the regionExperience developing materials (5 years)IFF Systems, Tools (Ariba, SAP, BW)Procurement Process (Procurement process, strategic sourcing, Global Authorization Policy)IFF Code of Conduct and FCPAInternational business trade law and regulationBe familiar with requirements from end userOperation & Quality management, experience engaging cross-functional teamsProject managementSkillful in Project ManagementKnowledge of Financial analysis, legal framework and business driversProject management/team leadershipSupplier relations managementMature experience identifying, developing and promoting new and existing supplier relationships locallyLeadershipPlans and manages projects, anticipating risks and interdependenciesSkilled in leading through positive influenceAdept at working with teams of GP. Shares knowledge and insightsUnderstands team dynamics. Assumes different roles, as neededCoach & MentoringActively provides feedback to colleagues, open to discussion & proactively recommends improvementsActively solicits feedback from managers & others to prioritize improvementsUnderstands people & adapts feedback & managerial skills to accommodate various personalitiesActively shares knowledge & insightsRequirements Background: Bachelor's or greater
Experience: > 7 years
Average time in position: > 5 years
Training / Certifications Ariba, SAP, BW
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With the beauty of art and the precision of science, we are an international collective of thinkers who partner with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products the world craves.
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For more than 130 years we've been focused on finding the most innovative solutions to help bring "better for you" products to market. While we have grown over the years, we remain agile in our approach and put our customers' needs at the forefront of our thinking.
We offer end-to-end service that few can deliver on. Our unparalleled product portfolio is the most robust in the industry and we have leadership positions across key taste, texture, scent, nutrition, enzymes, cultures, soy proteins and probiotics categories.
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