Associate Sourcing Manager-sourcing Dm

KONE Oyj

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Category strategy development
Supplier relationship management
Contract negotiation and pricing
The role involves defining and implementing category strategies aligned with company goals while coordinating with frontline sales and product teams

Job Summary

  • The role involves defining and implementing category strategies aligned with company goals while coordinating with frontline sales and product teams.
  • Candidates will be responsible for building supplier matrices, negotiating contracts to achieve cost savings, and mitigating risks through strong relationships.
  • KONE fosters an innovative culture that values individual contributions, employee engagement, and sustainability as integral parts of daily practice.

Matching Summary

The role involves defining and implementing category strategies aligned with company goals while coordinating with frontline sales and product teams.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Category strategy development
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Contract negotiation and pricing
  • Cost reduction initiatives
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • KPI tracking and performance monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Innovation support capabilities
  • Team coaching and development
  • Ethical business practices
  • Sustainability focus

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing
  • 3+ years of team management experience
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems

Work Rights

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