Role/Mission/ObjectivesAs of September 2023, a dedicated Team focused on the strategic management of the Glass Category has been created within the Global Procurement Organization, located at the HQ in Sesto San Giovanni (MI).Covering EMEA, Americas and APAC Regions, the key strategic activities are based and developed through 4 identified pillars: Availability (Glass Portfolio management), Profitability (Glass Spend and COGS contribution), Sustainability (ESG targets achievement), Operational Excellence (Glass Portfolio complexity management). With a direct reporting line into the EMEA Glass Buyer, the EMEA Glass Junior Buyer will support the Global Glass Team organization with the implementation of strategic projects related to the Global Glass strategy, with a specific focus on supporting and enabling the EMEA Regional glass strategy. On top, under the supervision of the EMEA Glass Buyer, he/she will manage other identified operational tasks based on specific needs and priorities.Key Responsibilities and ActivitiesHe/she ensures support and execution of the Global Glass Strategy within the EMEA Regional perimeter, which includes Italy, France, Greece, UK.Collaborates with Business Stakeholders and EMEA Procurement teams for the implementation of the Glass Category strategy.Collaborates and liaises with other Functions (RD, Quality, Planning, Manufacturing etc.) to support and manage Procurement priorities and targets.Identifies and prioritizes category opportunities/synergies over the 4 Procurement Pillars and quantify potential benefits.Analyzes Glass Category data and performance against the set of identified KPI's. When necessary, contributes to the definition of new relevant KPIs for the Category.Supports the development of the SRM program within the Region.Suggests the optimization of the Category efficiency through implementing supplier, product process standardization and automation in close alignment with Global Procurement COE.Contributes to Cost Optimization initiatives beyond the price negotiation.Reports and analyzes regular category-specific productivity results within the dedicated tools (e.g., Sievo).Analyses CPRM for cost transparency control.Assists jointly programs with Suppliers in line with our Sustainability target.Assists the EMEA Glass Buyer with the financial analysis of the Category PPV cost evolution vs. the Budget.Stay up-to-date on industry trends and regulations to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.Supports continuous improvement of business processes and IT systems.Joins supplier performance review meetings.Be recognized as a business partner and added-value contributor.Key RelationshipsInternal: EMEA Glass Buyer, Global Glass Team members, Regional Procurement Managers, Regional Quality Managers, Finance Team, Marketing Team, Planning Team, Manufacturing Team.External: Suppliers, external consultants eventually involved in projects.Experience Education Skills2-4 years of proven experience within Procurement organizations departments of multinational companies in the consumer goods industry, preferably with a focus on Procurement of Glass and/or other Primary Packaging materials.Familiar with cross-cultural environments and working across different countries at multiple organizational levels.Business economics or Engineering background preferred.Excel, PowerPoint software management are a must.Fluency in English is a must, knowledge of another language is a plus.International working experience is a plus.Personal attributesCommercial and negotiation attitudes, Teamworking oriented.Shares innovative ideas and consistently demonstrates openness to the opinions and views of others.Solid communication capability.Strong cross-functional collaboration ability.Trust-based relationship builder with key internal and external stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr
