Category Support - Carbon Black, Reinforcement and Rubber

Overview

Procure carbon black, reinforcement & rubber, manage suppliers, drive cost & continuity

Key Responsibilities

• strategic sourcing
• cost reduction
• raw material procurement
• contract negotiation
• digitization
• business continuity

Tasks

-Besides the operational role , lead continuous improvement efforts in the area of Strategic sourcing & Cost saving -Collaborate with planning Teams, Quality Team, to qualify sources , RM codes , trial production and support on time qualifications of parts and sources -Raw Material procurement of Carbon Black, Reinforcement, and Rubber categories for 15 plants from more than 100+ vendors and 80+ RM Codes. -Perform all procurement and contracting activities, including pre-qualification, negotiation, and finalization of contracts / Purchase orders -Actively participate in the Digitization Projects & implementation of smart tools. -Conduct business review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost down and improvement opportunities -Identify cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals -Implement procurement strategies to maintain the security of supply and optimum value for money -Analyze market and delivery trends to modify procurement strategy for the category from time to time, in line with the evolving trends -Provide periodic reporting for management on purchasing, controls and processes. -Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain the best price and service -Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to add value -Support overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of procurement of: Carbon Black, Reinforcement, and Rubber -Identify opportunities for improvement to add value for the category procurement process to continually drive performance and business results -Work closely with the Planning team to ensure Business Continuity efforts associated with RM supply outages collaborating with Global Category Teams & Quality /Technology and Plant teams -Accountable & Responsible for Business Continuity, Vendor Plant audits as applicable to support the growth of the Plants/Business. -Establish, implement, and follow the processes & procedures for delivering a commercial and cost-effective procurement process as per the policy and guidelines of the organization for the category -Drive Continuous improvements - drive lean processes and coordinates with and support R&D / Plant technical -Actively contribute in the transition of Organization Construct - associated with RM Centralization with robust governance & Change Management Program in Place. -Support the procurement of raw materials, consistent with the category Strategy and guidance.

Requirements

• erp
• procurement
• analytical
• six sigma
• vendor management
• s&op

What You Bring

-Effective interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with people in variety functions within the organizations as well as with higher Mgmt team. -Experienced in working in a matrix organization of businesses , understanding of business issues, metrics and customer value -Worked in any ERP platform for Material management -At least 2 to 4 years’ experience in Procurement in a multinational company, preferably in the FMCG or Automotive industry. -Experience in handling both local & international vendors -Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate complex issues -Exposure to lean methodologies, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvements, and Operations Planning. -Demonstrated implementation or experience of any cost to serve model -Ability to define , develop, and manage highly complex processes and to drive efficiency improvements -Understanding of S&OP process is an added advantage

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-The company’s products are primarily designed for the agriculture, construction, and material handling sectors. -ATG has quickly grown into a global player, with operations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa. -Yokohama-ATG focuses on creating high-performance tires with cutting-edge technology and durability. -The company stands out for its specialized tires used in challenging environments like mining and forestry. -ATG has made significant strides in improving tire lifespan and productivity, helping clients boost operational efficiency. -Yokohama-ATG is committed to designing products that help meet the demanding needs of the industries they serve. -With a global workforce of over 13,000 employees, the company has built a strong international presence. -The company’s agricultural tires, like those used for tractors and harvesters, are known for their toughness and reliability. -ATG’s tires are used in some of the world’s most extreme environments, from mines to construction sites.

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