Buyer - GSC MEA

What do we do at Schneider Electric?

We provide energy & automation digital solutions for efficiency and sustainability. we believe access to energy and digital is a basic human right. We empower all to make the most of their energy and resources, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment.

We are committed to unleash the infinite possibilities of an open, global, innovative community that is passionate about our Meaningful Purpose, Inclusive and Empowered values

Why shall you join Schneider Electric?

We empower everyone to make the most of our energy and resources, ensuring Life Is On everywhere, for everyone, at every moment. Along the way, we create and provide equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere. We continuously create an inclusive environment and welcome people from all walks of life. We are empowered to do our best and innovate, while living our unique life and work. Together, we dare to disrupt and turn our bold ideas into reality.

Mission/About The Role

This role will be responsible for purchasing activities for a given commodity/commodities and to ensure the operational relations with suppliers within the strategy defined in cross functional team and the respect of the contracts on the field (plant, entity); take part in the negotiation process regarding price level, and / or quantity, quality, logistic service level; track and report key elements/data on supplier performance.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Participate in need and market analysis, sourcing strategy generation, risk assessment, supplier selection and contracting activities.
• Calibrate with front office market dynamics and keep focused on customers' needs.
• Participate in cost benchmarking and modeling.
• Manage supply qualification and development.
• Generate and lead cash efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Implement and leverage world-class processes/systems.
• Manage and implement contracts with awarded suppliers.
• Manage supplier relation and monitor supplier performance.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Mechanical/Electrical Engineering - Business Administration/Supply Chain.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent command of English language.
• Professional user of MS office.
• Ability to work with team.
• Autonomous.
• Adhering to corporate principles & values.
• Learning & Researching.
• Adapting & responding to change.
  
  
  

Schedule: Full-time

Req: 008UBR