The Senior Purchasing Specialist works under the direct supervision
of the Head of Purchasing
and supply, representing the company to the community of packaging
suppliers.
The Purchasing Specialist works closely with the Production,
R&D, QA, Supply, and Marketing departments to identify company
requirements, select suppliers who deliver a competitive advantage
to the company, and create together the best products. The
Purchasing Specialist coordinates the
the purchasing process and serves as an expert for all
purchasing-related points and procedures and the company demands
for packaging.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Establish, develop and keep good business relations with
suppliers. Track out and
analyze vendor performance, pricing, delivery cycles, etc., and
provide feedback where
applicable.
• Actively participate in/ lead the negotiation process and
preparation and negotiating the
most favorable business terms.
• Project and change management
• Explore and analyze potential alternative suppliers and
materials.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, streamlined processes,
and procedures, and smart
procurement strategies.
• Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in packaging
areas, acquire and use in-depth knowledge of the industry, its
competitive dynamics, technological and product
trends, the suppliers, and their capabilities.
• Manage supply chain risk of the packaging.
• Collaborate with the Supply Specialists Team in claims dealing,
purchasing orders, and
warehouse stock optimization.
• Prepare contracts, supplier assessments, and periodical reports.
Keep a database of
suppliers, materials, and prices.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with:
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position of
negotiating with suppliers from
international environment and project management using agile
methodology
• Excellent writing and verbal skills in English and Bulgarian
• Excellent computer skills in MS Office
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in International Economic
Relations, Business
Management, Economics
• Skilled project management player with an accent on proactive
solutions
• Can-do and entrepreneurial attitude.
• Strong communication skills
• Strategic and logical thinking, ability to systemize and
analyze.
• Organized, detailed oriented and friendly team player
• Fast-speed ability to identify and solve problems
• Driving license and long driving experience
Cross Source LTD - Recruitment Agency (license № 2767 from
21.03.2019
Телефон: 0897 902220