Lead Category Buyer

Lead Category Buyer, Sheet metal

Organization: Schneider Electric | Procurement | Global Supply Chain

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Mission

The role is part of the Central Procurement organization within the Europe region.

The Lead Category Buyer will act as the strategic, key interface between the Global ETO procurement organization and the dedicated category that he / she is leading. The selected categories F5, K2-K5, B1 and K3 are the ones critical for growth and it is essential to have both an operational reflection on the field (with dedicated plant/group buyers) and a strategic axis on leveraging ETO needs on EU level. Role includes operational scope on the field within dedicated plants as well as global strategic scope on Region EU level.

The role encompasses the coordination of the dedicated buyers for clarifying the plant/group/regional level need analysis and reflecting these in the Region EU level strategy definition focusing on ETO needs with the key stakeholders of the Category wise Strategy definition (RCMs, GCDs).

• Develop the Category APOP (Annual Procurement Operational Plan) focusing on Need Analysis for short / medium / long term by coordinating the dedicated buyers in the Region EU level.
• Creation of the needed strategy taking into account the plant, product, local, global needs of the category. Ensuring the ETO level reflection on the EU level category adaptation with the dedicated RCMs.
• Coordinate the buyers and in case of need other departments involved in the execution of the strategy on dedicated categories.
• Being a part of the lead position, a part of the critical escalations (on Quality / Supply Chain) specifically on defined strategic suppliers as SSL.
• Leading the contractualization of Strategic Suppliers as SSL with MSA and specific capacity agreements.
• Coordination of the productivity levels on category base (Nego, COS and QVE), resiliency (PO2, Effective Regionalization)
• Lead Strategic Suppliers negotiations on regional EU level
• Support and contribute to SRM program and enhance relationship through C2P (Connect to part-ners), Supplier Sponsorship and Business reviews over the dedicated category.
• Coordinate the execution of sustainability initiatives over the dedicated suppliers in category level.

• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field from a leading educational institution
• Min 5 years' experience in Procurement with strong skills in the following domains: defining strategy, functionally coordinating teams, supplier relationship management and excellent negotiation skills
• Strong in strategic thinking, someone structured and analytical
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbally to convince & influence a large network of internal/external stakeholders
• Business acumen, in-depth understanding and knowledge of the industry
• Technical understanding of the category
• Strong Customer focus with an understanding of the Supply chain and Quality process
• Excellent presentation skills
• Ability to demonstrate strong capabilities in:
  • Leadership
  • Digital
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Innovation applied to our practices and ability to drive transformations (transformative and disruptive mindset)
• High level of adaptability and change management, ability to learn and grow quickly
• Demonstrated ability to build successful relationships
• Aligning with Schneider Values
• Proficient experience in Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Competitive compensation package, according to industry standards including annual bonus, company car, cafeteria, life insurance, health care & pension fund contribution, Medicover package and a lot more.
• WESOP (World Employee Share Ownership Plan), our unique program with the opportunity to become a shareholder in the company.
• Inclusive Environment: We build a culture of respect where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. We are fully committed to inclusion, and our policies and culture reflect this commitment.
• Global Family Leave Package to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Exceptional career opportunities not only locally, but on an international scope as well.
• Continuous development and learning possibilities, personally and professionally.
• We work in a hybrid set-up to fit with your lifestyle.