Job Post: SERVICES SUBCONTRACTS SENIOR BUYER - TRANSPORTATION Within the Corporate Projects and Services Department and reporting to the Department Group Leader, this role has the responsibility to procure Projects Transportation Services and develop Cost Estimates for Commercial Proposals: Key Activities & Responsibilities within Projects: Develop and propose Project Tender Strategy; Coordinate with Internal Stakeholders to secure on-time availability of tender documents; Prepare, develop, manage, and run complex tenders in autonomy; Assess financial and compliance risk of forwarders to identify and mitigate potential risks; Negotiate with forwarders best costs, service levels, and contractual terms; Develop complex commercial bid evaluations and propose awarding; Define and prepare award recommendations; Prepare and issue contracts/frame agreements with forwarders, consistent with project requirements and company rules; Contract management & follow up (e.g., new prices requests, claims, and contract revisions); Support the Group Leader in driving the development and sustainability of a transportation service providers supply base able to meet projects and corporate strategy requirements; Prepare cost estimates for the Commercial Department; Interface with all internal stakeholders (Project Team, Logistics specialists, Legal, Administration, and Estimating department...); Propose continuous process improvements leading to cost optimization leveraging also digital innovations.
Personal Attributes : Knowledge of reference market and relevant providers; Ability to manage multiple tasks/activities at the same time; Strong data analysis and scenario development; Consolidated time management and problem-solving attitude; Strong experience in transportation contracts preparation and negotiation; Proficient written and verbal communication in English; Attention to detail to ensure all documents/deliverables produced are accurate; Aptitude to build, develop, and consolidate relationships at all levels within the company organization and supply base.
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