Category Buyer - Cubis Systems

Overview

Strategic sourcing and supplier management for network access product categories

Key Responsibilities

• supplier management
• contract negotiation
• cost savings
• category strategy
• risk management
• kpi reporting

Tasks

-Strategic Supply Chain mapping on critical supplies and tail-end spend management -Manage regular supplier review meetings -Ensures accountability -Manages conflict -Advanced Sourcing: Stay informed about market trends, industry best practices and regulatory changes related to assigned categories, by attending key trade shows, webinars and relevant industry events. Utilise CRH Procurement resources to optimise benefit for NAP bottom-line, look for continuous improvement by adopting latest technologies and processes. -Effective supplier performance management on OTIF and Quality Matrix target -Lead and attend category project meetings -Supplier Relationship Management: Identify critical and strategic suppliers, map out tier N suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations and re-evaluations, establish and maintain strong business relationships. Continuously assess supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure optimal delivery and service levels. -Contract Management: Lead negotiations with suppliers of own category to secure favourable terms and conditions. Draft, review and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and organisation standards. -Cost Management: Drive cost-saving, avoidance and VAVE initiatives by partnership with cross functional teams, through effective negotiation, process optimization, value engineering and supplier innovation. Monitor and report on PPV cost variances and implement corrective actions as needed. Effectively manage supplier payment terms, cashflow, ensure ethical procurement practices while aligning with finance objectives. -Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including finance, business systems, quality, engineering and operations, to understand business requirements and ensure alignment with procurement strategies. -Report relevant category procurement KPIs on monthly basis -Collaborate and manage internal and external stakeholder relationships -Category Strategy Development: Develop and implement category strategies aligned with overall IPE organizational goals, ensuring cost optimisation, quality, delivery, supply chain rationalisation and supplier diversity objectives are met. -Risk Management and Sustainability: Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, ensure continuity of supply and minimizing disruptions to the business. Develop contingency plans for critical supply categories.

Requirements

• procurement software
• category management
• strategic sourcing
• bachelor’s degree
• cips
• analytical skills

What You Bring

-Knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance standards -Proven experience in a focused category management and strategic sourcing -Proficient with procurement software and tools -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills -Manages ambiguity -Project management skills -Manages complexity -Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., CIPS) are a plus -Action oriented -Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills. -Strong negotiation skills -Preferably with an Engineering background -Whilst not essential, a qualification or industry experience in engineering would be desirable -Leadership Quality: Prioritise own work and provide category leadership to procurement internal and external teams, promote procurement value at all times. -Communicates effectively

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Benefits

-Annual procurement budget target of P&L savings- minimum 3% -Competitive salary -Enhanced Family friendly policies -Career development opportunities across IPE and the wider CRH Group -Employee referral programme -A range of healthcare options -Contracts coverage for SRM, based on aligned annual target -Company pension contribution -Competitive holidays, including Christmas shutdown

About Crh

-Specializes in aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, and other construction materials. -CRH’s history includes significant acquisitions that expanded its global presence and reach. -Key projects span residential, commercial, and infrastructural developments, contributing to landmark buildings worldwide. -Known for its leadership in infrastructure, CRH provides essential products for roads, bridges, and urban developments. -The company’s diverse product range supports the construction of both public and private sector projects.

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