Category Sourcing Expert

Seeking- Category Sourcing Expert

12 Months

Hybrid- Dublin

As a Category Sourcing Expert you will be responsible for handling the company’s end to end sourcing operations within the ancillary products (cell site racks & cable management, tools & tool repair, etc.) within the NI&P Sourcing team. The successful candidate will be able to appraise and improve sourcing activities by analyzing the company’s spending, building supplier partnerships and by identifying new savings opportunities.

Skills & Competencies

• 6+ years of sourcing experience preferable in the electronic manufacturing industry or the telecommunications industry.
• Proven track record as a sourcing expert – be able to demonstrate activities and results
• Understanding of market dynamics and sound business judgment
• Operate with internal & external stakeholders in a matrix environment
• Strong Presentation skills. Be able to present to senior management.
• Contracting experience – drafting, negotiating and execution
• Demonstrate creative thinking – solving problems by thinking outside of the box.
• Strong project management and leadership skills – be able to interface with global colleagues and be able to meet target dates/milestone task timeframes.
• Ability to build and sustain positive networking relationships
• Comfortable with figures and analyzing/interpreting data. Proficient in excel/powerpoint and reporting tools.
• Good knowledge of ERP systems (SAP an advantage)
• Attention to detail for project management and for task completion is essential
• BSc degree in supply chain management, business administration or other appropriate qualification

Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.