61 Works closely with category managers of respective category and project procurement managers implementing the category strategy and linking it into the business
61 Adapts and implements catalogues and framework contracts on Divisional/ regional level in compliance with guidelines
61 Runs negotiations, manages RFQs, negotiations, awarding decisions and follow-up with suppliers, takes awarding decisions in line with category strategy
61 Executes supplier selection along strategy, requirements, supplier base development, and identification of new suppliers
61 Direct involvement in and solving of issues with suppliers (e.g., quality, delivery and service issues), etc.
61 Monitors and communicates performance of suppliers
61 Strives for automation and digitalization practices and tool improvement
61 Ensures cost, availability, innovation, and quality within the sourcing plan creation and execution
61 Ensures compliance with procurement process, policies and other statutory requirements within category