We create chemistry but we are much more than a chemistry company: We’re engineers, scientists, technical experts and logistics specialist. We have 100 years of experience, a global network and a great passion for chemistry that comes from the heart. This is how we make sure that our plastics drive the cars of tomorrow, that our emulsions make interior paints even more eco-friendly and that our sweeteners reduce sugar also in your food products. Headquartered in Dallas (Texas) our global network includes around 7,700 employees, more than 80 locations in 20 countries with 3 global service centers: Budapest, Nanjing, Irving.
The Celanese Budapest Business Services Center is more than a shared service center. It is our people-oriented spirit that makes us unique. We are a community where you can belong. We work with end to end processes, and our best talents enjoy cross-functional and international opportunities. We are committed to supporting you in your personal and professional journey, and we encourage you to learn and grow. We help you keep your life in balance and focus on what matters for you the most. We improve the world by our commitment to giving back to the community.
For our Budapest Business Services Center we are currently looking for a
• Develop and implement effective regional or global category strategies for Corporate Services and increase reliability and productivity
• Responsible for negotiating contracts and assuring that assigned spend categories are purchased at the lowest possible total cost
• Assess near- and long-term plans with suppliers to address business needs; consult with stakeholders to develop alternative solutions; advise on options, risks, total cost of ownership, and business impacts
• Establish a collaborative relationship with suppliers and seek out opportunities within supply base; Act as the internal point of contact for supplier management, regular supplier meetings and implementation of improvement strategies with suppliers.
• Establish a network with internal customers in the (corporate) sites and other internal departments
• Ensure activities align with global indirect procurement team. Develop and implement joint sustainable procurement strategies where possible
• Deliver productivity cost savings year over year on key categories Communicate internally and lead the resolution of supplier performance issues, and identify/manage improvement opportunities
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Corporate Services Categories
• Fluent in English and German
• Experience in project management and implementation of new ideas, ability to drive change
• Ability to think strategically and to develop and drive category plans
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks• Strong analytical skills
• Must be driven for results and have strong perseverance
• Experience in working with regional and global contracts
• Strong customer focus and teaming skills
• Knowledge of 7-Step Sourcing Process
• Knowledge of (labor) laws, legal codes, government regulations, environmental regulations, knowledge of T&Cs and logistic terms is a plus.
• Working Knowledge of SAP Procurement Systems
• Being able to work under deadlines and have a good time management
• Proven change manager and capable of persuading stakeholders/drive a strategy
• Knowledge of Finance Consultancy Sourcing Strategies
• Knowledge of Travel Sourcing Strategies
• Knowledge of Data Membership Sourcing Strategies
We offer
About the company
In the past one hundred years, Celanese has transformed into a global technology and specialty materials company with leading businesses in key geographic regions. With a focus on safety, innovation, productivity, performance and results, our company is positioned to achieve significant future growth and deliver exceptional results for all stakeholders.
While we call Dallas, Texas home for our headquarters, we have approximately 7,500 employees working to serve our customers around the world. From Dallas to Amsterdam to Shanghai, we manage a global network of commercial offices, technical centers, and twenty-seven production facilities and additional strategic affiliate production facilities.
For more information, visit https://www.celanese.com/