Global Category Manager Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal & IP

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Global Category Manager Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal & IP - Your next role?

As the Global Category Manager Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal & IP, you will develop and implement global strategies in Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal & IP (and related tactical plans) according to Sr. Global Category Manager to source the IM&S categories and secure supply following business plan.

You will directly report to the Sr. Global Category Manager, Consultancy, Legal and can be based either in Kemptthal or Vernier, Switzerland.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Sourcing Strategy

• Drive the development of global category strategies within the framework of the global procurement strategy

• Analyze market and implement risk management strategies for the portfolio

• Lead global sourcing strategy development within cross functional teams including regional category managers for relevant categories

• Drive global sourcing strategy implementation by leading major RFQs and key negotiations

Portfolio Management

• Negotiate contracts globally

• Select, manage and audit suppliers

• Identify opportunities for portfolio optimization and involve and engage partners in development of optimization plans.

• Manage key supplier relationships, and lead escalated supplier conflict resolutions

• Link with Site Buyers, Regional Category Managers, Regional IM&S Heads and sourcing centers to identify alternative suppliers in other geographies, deploy global strategies, contracts and framework agreements, collect supplier performance feedback and ensure supplier performance at target levels

Stakeholder Relationship

• Support internal stakeholder

• Represent procurement in the project steering committees, being a project team member and participating in the strategical decisions along projects execution

• Communicate with key internal Global Category Managers any market conditions changes which may affect the Business

• Support the responsible sourcing projects implementation & provide information to Procurement Sustainability Manager when needed

• Identify potential demand and specification changes and communicate/influence business stakeholders to drive cost improvements

Cost Optimization and Business Planning

• Prepare initiative plans and forecasts following business budget cycle

• Develop cost reduction projects

• Provide price forecast and market trends for key commodities and services

Sustainability

• Promote the sustainability and Responsible Sourcing agenda globally for Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal and IP

AI/Technology

• Use AI and advanced technologies to enhance procurement processes in Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal and IP

• Implement digital tools for data analysis, supplier performance tracking, and market trend forecasting to improve efficiency sourcing strategies

• Stay informed about latest technologies and industry trends that impact Consultancy, Temp Labor, Legal and IP and procurement, ensuring we remain innovative

• Collaborate with IT and data analytics teams to develop technology solutions that support procurement goals and enhance partner engagement

Your successful profile includes:

• University degree or equivalent experience

• Specific procurement education is beneficial

• 7 years of experience in IM&S procurement in relevant categories

• International exposure in previous role

• Fluent in English

• Project management skills

Our benefits

• Attractive package with benefits

• Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development

• A creative team environment that will inspire you

• Other local benefits based on where you are based

• 1 day home office opportunity per week

Multiple location: Vernier (Switzerland), Kemptthal (Switzerland)

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Givaudan is committed to equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome applications regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion or sexual identity. 
We also have a safe working environment, progressive working conditions and are certified as an equal pay employer.