Commodity Management

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Siemens Gamesa has a vision for renewable energy: we believe in the power of nature and technology. Help us to be ready to face the energy challenges of tomorrow and make a green footprint – join the team in creating a better future for us on our planet.

We focus on hiring the best people, wherever they may be in the world. We pride ourselves on the flexibility we offer to our employees and are committed to building a workforce that can grow with the company. Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

In our culture of trust, we focus on empowerment, diversity and continuous learning. Valuing our people is what makes us one global team, with our colleagues’ safety at the heart of our organization.

How to contribute to our vision

Manage the Office & Factory Supplies (OFS) Category for the SE&A Region, as well as key Global projects for all OFS Commodities: Factory consumables, Tools, Personal Protection Equipment, Material Handling Equipment, Packaging, Chemicals and Office supplies.

In this position, you will be part of a team that provides Indirect Material and Service Support to the Siemens Gamesa Business Units. This position will report to the Global Category Manager. The Ideal candidate will be able to work in a team environment, must be a self-starter and have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment as well as operate independently.

In this role you will:

Define, communicate, and implement a regional commodity structure & sourcing strategy Identify and manage procurement risks, opportunities and market forces to avoid potential damage/exploit potential opportunities through tailored actions Lead regional tendering, contracting, and supplier activities, such as supplier selection, qualification, and development Analyze and coordinate efforts to implement strategic initiatives / programs to drive savings, supply base optimization, cash flow improvement & e-Auctions Coordinate and manage a virtual cross-functional team to achieve optimum conditions and savings Generate, document and implement savings, e.g. CNI; plan, monitor and report on relevant KPI to contribute to the success of the business and make results transparent. Cooperate closely with internal customers (requesters) to ensure customer care and early involvement Negotiate frame contracts and define core supplier and service assortment

What you need to make a difference

Passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change. We are also looking for…

A successful university degree in a technical and/or commercial area Approximately 4 years of relevant working experience in Procurement with successful demonstration of key responsibilities & knowledge. Comprehensive experience in commodities such as Factory Supplies Excellent communication skills for interacting with internal business and external collaboration partners/suppliers at senior management level Strong analytical and planning skills; results driven personality; excellent and experienced negotiation skills in procurement Project Management Skills: must have the ability to self-manage workload, manage multiple projects in parallel, set target dates, meet deadlines, follow processes, deploy a commodity roadmap of projects and implement projects to achieve optimum results. Proficiency in English (C1) both orally and in writing Flexibility to travel approximately once or twice a month if needed (post pandemic)

In return of your commitment we offer you…

Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come A global team of diverse colleagues who share passion for renewable energy Trust and empowerment to make your own ideas reality Personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization Flexible working hours as well as home-office Attractive remuneration package Local benefits such as subsided lunch, employee discounts and much more

Empowering our people

How do you imagine the future?

Our global team is on the front line of tackling the climate crisis, reducing carbon emissions – the greatest challenge we face.

Severely disabled applicants are encouraged to reach out to us. We have inclusive recruiting processes specifically for severely disabled persons in Spain and we do our utmost to tailor working spaces to suit your individual needs. In cases of severe disability, applicants who are equally qualified will be given preferential consideration.

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