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MRO/Indirect Procurement (Logistics) - Advanced Specialist

Requisition ID
2025-21231
Country
Netherlands
City
Amsterdam

Overview:

Indirect procurement specialist is responsible for taking the strategic role, ensuring the supply, cost, quality and service across MRO and logistics procurement.

And will develop and execute effective procurement strategies and deliver best value (lowest Total Cost of Ownership) for the company.  They will deploy standards by which new logistics suppliers are Qualified, Assessed, Onboarded and Monitored.

He/she will also be responsible for driving market intelligence across Europe and developing best in class relationships and alliances with leveraged suppliers. Through this insight and intelligence, the individual will identify and drive savings and innovation for services within MRO and logistic procurement.

Responsibilities:

YOU will be involved in the following tasks:
 
·Develop and implement effective regional or global category strategies for Indirect Procurement specifically MRO 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 strong network with internal customers in the 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
·Support Integration of new supply chain activities 
·Oversee and manage all supplier relationships within the mode of transport/service 
·Develop and implement effective procurement strategies for delivering best value (lowest Total   Cost of Ownership)
·Work cross functionally to understand business objectives and challenges and create aligned logistics strategies
·Deploy standards by which new logistics providers are qualified, assessed and monitored  
·Contribute and drive Costs Improvement initiatives  
·Provide analytical support to the Logistics Procurement EU Team   
·Participate to Customer Satisfaction and Quality improvement projects 

Qualifications:

What YOU will bring to the team:
 
·Bachelors in Business Administration or higher
·Solid 3-5 years’ experience in procuring / strategic sourcing of MRO material
·Strategic sourcing experience including contract negotiations, supplier relationship management, productivity/cost savings, spend analysis
·Experience in working with regional and global contracts
·Working Knowledge of SAP Procurement Systems
·Experience in project management and implementation of new ideas, proven ability to drive change
·Excellent teamwork and communication skills
·Being able to work under deadlines and have a good time management
· Fluent in English, proficient in German (B2 or higher) is a plus
 

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Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion.

Celanese ist ein weltweit führendes Chemieunternehmen, das Spezialmaterialien herstellt, die in den meisten wichtigen Industriezweigen und Verbraucheranwendungen eingesetzt werden. In unseren Geschäftsbereichen setzen wir unser chemisches, technologisches und kommerzielles Know-how ein, um Werte für unsere Kunden, Mitarbeitenden und Aktionäre zu schaffen. Wir fördern die Nachhaltigkeit, indem wir verantwortungsvoll mit den von uns hergestellten Materialien umgehen und unser Portfolio an nachhaltigen Produkten erweitern, um den Anforderungen unserer Kunden und der Gesellschaft gerecht zu werden. Wir sind bestrebt, einen positiven Einfluss auf unsere Gemeinden auszuüben und die Integration in unseren Teams zu fördern. Die Celanese Corporation beschäftigt weltweit mehr als 11.000 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter und erzielte im Jahr 2024 einen Nettoumsatz von 10,3 Milliarden US-Dollar.

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