EDUCATION
· Bachelor’s degreerequired, preferring Economics, Business, Engineering, or related field.
EXPERIENCE
· 5 years ofexperience in sourcing, demonstrable successful in sourcing in a cross-culturalenvironment and matrix-based environment.
· Proven negotiationand analytical skills.
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Implement effective sourcing strategies for different kindof IT and Digital categories and services, focusing on digital solutions,software, consultants and SAAS.
Manage suppliers´ performance with a focus on continuoustotal cost control and performance, defined improvement, and innovation.
Define and execute the Global Category Strategy ensuringcost savings while maintaining and improving quality. The key parameter beingTotal Cost of ownership.
Ensures that third party requirements are clearly deployedto the supplier base, business needs are fulfilled, and execution is flow less
Build and maintain Global supplier base - incl.contracting, negotiations, relationship building, risk management and supplierperformance.
Secure Global KPIs performance and Procurement Policy implementation
Continuous supportto IT teams, increasing compliance.
Effectivelynegotiate pricing, contracts, and SLAs with suppliers to ensure optimum costsand reliable supply according to the Corporate Procurement Policies andProcedures for RHG.
Operate as theleader for all issues with suppliers in terms of quality, delivery service,costs and ensure alignment with all internal partners.
REQUIRED PROFILE
·Organized and accountable
· Excellent negotiation skills
· Able to work within a global andhighly matrixed organization
· Thinks Strategically
· Clarifies critical priorities to createbusiness value. Assesses potential risks.
· Influences Internally &Externally - Seeks to understand others' needs and interests to build trust.
· Generates engagement andcommitment from others.
· Manages conflict in a pragmaticand constructive manner.
. Excellent English, French written and verbal communication skills are a bonus
GENERAL INFORMATION
The position is located in Madrid and report directly to the CSO Strategic Sourcing Senior Director