Senior Indirect Buyer UK & Ireland – Manufacturing Services & Capex
Competitive salary plus benefits
Felling NE10 0JY
We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role, even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed in the job description.
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe.
Job Purpose
You will oversee the indirect procurement process for Manufacturing and Facility Management categories, ensuring competitive pricing, right service and quality levels with the best terms and conditions in line with company policies, rules and procedures.
Job Responsibilities
* Source, support & facilitate the acquisition of NPR (Non Product Related) goods/services.
* Support the achievement of global, regional & local NPR procurement goals.
* Create/maintain relevant data for seamless execution of the NPR buying process.
* Perform spend analysis to identify & drive opportunities for procurement improvements.
* Collaborate with colleagues to understand potential challenges & business requirements to be addressed.
* Coach & train users on the tools, policies & procedures covering the NPR purchase process.
* Ensure that all commercial contracts are executed in compliance with company policy.
Job Requirements
* Bachelor’s Degree in a Supply Chain, Business or related field or equivalent work experience.
* Experience in a hands-on country purchasing role with an international understanding, ideally in a large scale organisation.
* Excellent communication, negotiation & interpersonal skills.
* Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
What Makes You Stand Out
* Professional procurement accreditation will be an advantage.
* Familiar with supplier performance measurement.
* Experience of contract management.
* Experience of using Coupa would be an advantage.
What do we Offer at AkzoNobel
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
* Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
* 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
* Income protection.
* Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Employee Life Assurance.
* Company pension.
* Product discounts.
* Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!
We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team.
Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.
We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £47,000.00-£66,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
* Performance bonus
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
* Can you please confirm your salary expectations?
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 29/10/2024
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