Global Sourcing Manager - Mining & Mechanical Equipment

Algemene omschrijving

Looking for an experienced Global Sourcing manager who knows all about mining (for minerals) and the mechanical equipment needed!

In this role your goal will be to lead procurement of mechanical equipment needed for mining activities around the world. You will be responsible for setting up and implementing the company's global procurement strategy for mining and mechanical equipment and generate reduction in the total cost of ownership. You are going to lead tender processes for mining consumables, parts and equipment used in mining industry.

Are you up for this demanding but fantastic adventure? Let us know and apply now!

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You will be working in a team of enthusiastic and "can do" Global Sourcing Managers and Operational Buyers in this sub-category and report to the Head of Procurement - Mining & Large Capital Equipment.

Your main tasks and responsibilities:

• Actively participate in the strategic sourcing activities with the goal of achieving cost reductions, while maintaining or improving service quality or vendor service levels;
• Identify, evaluate & select suppliers, negotiate and close framework-agreements;
• Drive product demand optimization throughout the company via collaboration with the relevant company units;
• Maintain and develop in-depth knowledge of suppliers, markets & trends;
• Perform best-in-class negotiation processes via analysis of supply & demand trends;
• Establish and manage global/regional relationships with suppliers (30% travel is part of the job);
• Monitor performances of vendors and their compliance with their commitments;
• Address & solve operational issues with suppliers;
• Provide guidance and guidelines to the regional/local procurement personnel.

Hoe nu verder? Binnen vier werkdagen laten wij je weten of je in aanmerking komt voor de positie. We plannen een kennismakingsgesprek in, digitaal of live. In dit gesprek informeren we jou zo volledig mogelijk over de vacature, het bedrijf en het vervolg van de procedure. In overleg met jou introduceren we je bij onze opdrachtgever om je vervolgens te blijven begeleiden in het sollicitatieproces. De Independent Recruiters Groep beschikt over een groot team met gespecialiseerde recruiters. Iedere recruiter heeft een zeer sterke focus op zijn eigen vakgebied. Hierdoor zijn zij de ideale sparringpartner voor zowel de kandidaat als de opdrachtgever.

Gestelde eisen

* Master Degree (or BSc with extra experience) in Mining- or Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred; * Background of 3-5 years of experience in procurement or relevant experience in the mining industry;e * Understanding of mining and mechanical equipment markets is VERY desirable; * Demonstrable track record of success in managing complex, cross-functional activities and developing/executing key procurement processes; * Strong negotiation, leadership and supplier relations skills; * Ability to work collaboratively, and in a matrix management style organization; * Strategic thinker and pragmatic worker; * Excellent command of English is required, both verbal as written. Spanish language is a very big plus!

Uren

32-40 hours

Salaris

bonus