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# 153120 - Swidnica, Lower Silesia, Poland
Responsibilities:
Develops Sourcing strategies and Risk Management programs for a group or segment of materials
Interfaces with suppliers' sales, technical and other functional groups as well as CMS, Technology, Marketing and Finance functions to enforce Purchasing policies, resolve issues, align service and financial strategies
Develops documented understanding of market structure and drivers for his/her materials, with risk management overview, and identifies opportunities and threats for the future
Develops and implement savings projects and tracking files, implements FTG projects
Executes effective negotiations for specific raw and/or packaging materials purchases
Prepares Financial reports to track and anticipate the material process evolution
Presents Purchasing performance and strategies for "Top to Top" meetings
Coordinates continuous improvement programs with suppliers
Works with CP attorneys and with suppliers on signing of contracts, ensures that all major materials are covered with a legal contract
Develops Risk Management platforms for single source, single plant materials
Makes sure Segmentation Analysis and strategies in place and aligned for all materials
Executes efforts in using "e-tools" (auctions, e-rfps, etc.) to help drive savings, simplification and standardization programs
Coordinates implementation of SMI with appropriate suppliers
Continues to improve oneself by way of training, information sharing, coaching and feedback, appraisals, delegation and implementing best practices
Becomes Enhanced Supplier Management certified auditor, completes risk assessment on his/her materials, sets up and completes audits
Interfaces with suppliers to prevent / solve critical service and quality issues
Accountable for the Purchasing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and working with the entire Category Supply Chain
Participates in external industry forums (e.g., SDA or external Purchasing organizations) and internal Purchasing Council meetings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in technical or business field;
2-4+ years Purchasing or Supply Chain experience for Specialists;
2-5+ years Purchasing or Supply Chain experience for Managers plus;
2-5 years of management experience;
SAP experience is an advantage;
English fluency.
Experience in international projects.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, commitment and diligence;
Good Team player with interpersonal and communication skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Are you interested in working for Colgate-Palmolive? You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process. Become part of our team. We look forward to your application.
Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate sells its products in over 200 countries and territories around the world under such internationally recognised brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sorriso, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sanex, Elta MD, PCA Skin, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet.
For more information about Colgate’s global business, visit the Company’s web site at http://www.colgatepalmolive.com. To learn more about Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® oral health education program, please visit http://www.colgatebsbf.com. To learn more about Hill's and the Hill’s Food, Shelter & Love program please visit http://www.hillspet.com. To learn more about Tom’s of Maine please visit http://www.tomsofmaine.com.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.
