Manager GBS Sourcing IT Software

2 semanas atrás

Porto, Porto, Portugal adidas Tempo inteiro

Purpose & Overall Relevance For The Organization
Execute tactical buying of low and mid value item within the given thresholds, including: conduct supplier identification from preferred suppliers list, negotiation and supplier selection; deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met; support procurement automation by continuously seeking opportunities to increase catalogue coverage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execution of tactical buying process for IT Software
  • Analyze mid value tactical buys, facilitate high value tactical buy execution with the responsible category manager
  • Conduct sourcing projects (negotiation, supplier selection) and support responding to suppliers in case of commercial or system related questions
  • Conduct eSourcing events in Ariba
  • For selected tactical buys, follow-up on technical evaluations with internal stakeholders to ensure timeliness of tendering process
  • Execute negotiation, supplier selection and determine Purchase Order (PO) terms and conditions
  • Based on country requirements, initiate order signature process and follow-up on distribution to supplier
  • Support tail spend reduction and channeling spend through strategic suppliers / channels
  • Regularly analyze tactical buy activities and provide quantitative and qualitative feedback to Category Managers on recurring tactical buys and opportunities for standardization and automation
  • Based on Category Director and manager guidance, execute RfQs   for potential catalogue items including contracting based on standard contract templates
  • Support automated buying channel introductions by facilitating the interaction between supplier and Content Specialist
  • Support strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Maintain and update internal databases related to tactical buying activities.
  • Assist with vendor onboarding and management processes.
  • Manage and maintain procurement-related files and documentation.
  • Perform quality checks on awarded contracts and purchase requests managed by the Business, to ensure accurate data and alignment with negotiated terms and Procurement policy.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Advanced knowledge of sourcing execution strategies, approaches and methods, as well as contract management and procure to pay processes
  • Experience in IT software categories
  • Good ability to analyze specifications and influence demand
  • Good knowledge of category strategy development, compliance management and analytics
  • Knowledge of supplier management and project management
  • Ability to analyze problems and conclude decisions
  • Great communication skills and the capability to independently interact with different stakeholders
  • Action oriented and solution minded team player with high degree of self-management
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Fluent in English, spoken and written

Requisite Education And Experience/ Minimum Qualifications

  • A bachelor's or master's degree preferably in business, economics, finance, procurement or legal, or comparable professional education
  • At least 3-5 years general business experience, preferably in Procurement area (low to mid-level spend) in a middle sized or large organization; basic experience within supplier selection, negotiation and contracting area is obligatory. Experience in purchase orders administration only is not fully sufficient

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