61 Further develop existing suppliers. Continuously improve supply quality and prices.
61 Identify new potential suppliers for the BU demands.
61 Develop commodity strategy to achieve continuously total cost saving and supplier panel improvements.
61 Manage commercial relationships including all contract terms and conditions with strategy suppliers.
61 Cost analysis for all supplier quotes and lead the negotiations with suppliers.
61 Provide proposals and contribute for yearly negotiations.
61 Initiate supplier development activities.
61 Management, processing and transmission of supplier contracts ensuring suppliers meet company performance including quality and deliveries.
61 Maintain knowledge on market outlook impacting category business, and provide expert input on raw material pricing trends and its consequences on future product cost structures.
61 Find saving opportunities and participant in cross function to realize VAVE saving.