Strategic Analyst for Indirect Materials Procurement (f/m/div.), Ovar
Client:Location:Ovar, Portugal
Job Category:Other
EU work permit required:Yes
Job Reference:7672ec5f0e01
Job Views:4
Posted:25.01.2025
Expiry Date:11.03.2025
Job Description:As Purchasing Controller for indirect materials, you will be in charge of controlling the indirect purchasing activities within the organization by gathering relevant data, developing and measuring adequate KPIs, and proposing corrective actions. Unlike direct purchasing, which involves goods directly used in the production process, indirect purchasing involves items such as office supplies, equipment, maintenance services, and utilities. In addition to your primary role for indirect materials, you will support and substitute the international purchasing controlling team on direct material matters.
Your contribution to something big: Further develop and implement concept(s) for Indirect Purchasing Controlling.Analyse purchasing data, generating insightful Purchasing Management reports on performance and competitiveness for all indirect spend.Identify aspects that impact target achievement and propose appropriate measures in case of deviation.Track and support Cost Center planning for Budget and Headcount in the global Purchasing organization.Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Indirect spend.Prepare, support, or develop standard and ad-hoc reports using up-to-date IT Tools (SAP, Power BI, Python, and others).Contribute to introducing new controlling IT tools in Purchasing along with related functions and define/adapt processes associated with Purchasing Controlling.Develop a concept for and perform detective controls in Purchasing and Procurement, ensuring compliance with laws and internal regulations. Define and track measures until closure in case of findings.Provide active support to and substitute for our global organization regarding direct materials purchasing controlling.Qualifications: Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.Professional experience in purchasing controlling or controlling with insights into purchasing processes.Experience in SAP (R/3 or ECC) and professional command of MS Excel.Experience with purchasing S2O solutions (SAP Ariba, Jaggaer, or Ivalua); Power BI is desirable.Experience in business intelligence and/or data analytics and data visualization methods and tools.Intercultural competencies are an advantage.Ability to handle multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.Flexibility and quick adaptability to new situations.Proactive and agile approach to issue resolution and solution development.Transparent, reliable, and precise working manner.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.Outstanding business proficiency in English (verbal and written).CV only in English.Willingness to travel.What we offer you:
Diversity and inclusion are firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin, or sexual identity.
We provide challenges in an international environment, career opportunities in one of the best companies in the world, flexible hours, medical services, employee discounts, sports and health-related activities, a canteen, good access to public transport, and space for creativity.
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