Develop, manage, and execute the category strategy, managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.
Recognize opportunities for cost reduction, inventory reduction, and quality improvement, and ensure soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.
Act as a liaison between the organization and suppliers to communicate information explicitly while considering production demands and supplier conditions.
Document supplier performance on time sensitivity and production; maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
What you will have
Negotiation: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate across the organization and with external vendors and clients constructively and collaboratively.
Purchasing Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of purchasing policies, regulations, and process...