Over deze functie
Your main purpose is to manage assigned purchases on an area or project basis. The role creates value by providing appropriate input into the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
Wat doe je als Sourcing Technologist?
This role may be responsible for the application of commercial agreements and related work processes in accordance with the strategies within the geography and category.
Your primary responsibilities will be:
- Working with system data on actual purchases, identify value opportunities, develop tactical plans to capture value, align with partner strategies and apply local/regional supply agreements. Report the value captured within the Total Procurement Benefits database.
- Strong interface with Sourcing Specialists, M&E personnel.
- Provide improvements to existing work-process.
- Provide sourcing support for Dow businesses or functions by working with the partner to clarify the scope of service, quality, volume, and logistics requirements. This may include the suggestion of sourcing alternatives available to partners, should requirements lists be modified.
- Identify suppliers capable of meeting Dow's requirements, developing pricing that is consistent with Dow's requirement, and maintain communication with internal client.
- Negotiate commercial spot purchases required to support business partners, manufacturing sites, and capital projects.
- Utilize available e-Sourcing tools (e.g. e-RFI, e-RFQ).
- Interact with other Sourcing Technicians to develop best practices and leverage learning experiences.
- Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Strategic Sourcing Center. Identifies redundant or otherwise unnecessary activities.
- Maintain basic knowledge of suppliers and relevant market developments such as mergers & acquisitions, financial status, and changes in key personnel.
- Resolve process or supplier related issues as escalated from the BPSC and/or the Businesses, Supply Chain, Manufacturing & Engineering.
Wat kun je?
Your work experience should include membership in dynamic, results oriented teams; work with multiple functions or businesses; and at least three years experienced in a commercial, shared services, industrial/manufacturing, or engineering related job role. You have a minimum of a HBO diploma (Bachelor).
You are strong in negotiation, communication, financial and market analysis, team building, and tactical thinking. You have knowledge of the following:
- Basic Purchasing fundamentals (supplier relations, contracts, bid analysis)
- Procurement work process
- Purchasing policies
- Negotiation strategies and tactics
- Understanding of Dow's business model & organization.
- Dow's payment options and use of automation tools.
- Microsoft office tools (i.e Word, Excel, etc.)
Wat krijg je?
We offer a longterm full-time position, where you get the opportunity to develop yourself in the field. You will receive a competitive salary, which is based on your CV. In addition, commuting costs are reimbursed at €0.19 per kilometer (max. 75 kilometers one way) and, if applicable, you will be reimbursed for the Westerscheldetunnel passages at a T-tag rate. You have to purchase the T-tag yourself.
Are you interested in pursuing this great opportunity? Send an English CV including motivation to evi@depooter.nl.
Waar ga je werken?
Dow Benelux B.V. is a subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company. At Dow Benelux many employees work on innovations every day. They do this by combining scientific insights with technological knowledge. In this way they make sustainable contributions to solving the world's most pressing problems, such as the need for clean drinking water, the generation of renewable energy and improving agricultural productivity. Dow's history in the Benelux began in 1955 with the opening of a trading post.
Today, Dow Benelux has grown into a leading player. Approximately 2,000 passionate employees work from 6 branches and 20 factories in the Netherlands and Belgium on leading products and solutions. Plastics and chemicals produced in the Benelux find their way to customers and markets around the world. The heart of Dow in the Benelux is in Terneuzen. With 17 plants and around 1700 employees, Dow Terneuzen is the second largest production site of the Dow Chemical Company. As one of the largest employers in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, Dow contributes to the economic and social success of this region.
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