Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.
Our AkzoNobel GmbH in Cologne is looking for the next possible starting date an
Indirect Procurement Buyer (m/f/d)
* Sourcing, supporting and facilitating the acquisition of non-product-related (NPR) goods and services for our enterprise in the DACH region
* Responsibility for indirect, NPR projects, including requirement analysis, tendering, supplier management, and price and contract negotiation
* Supporting the attainment of NPR procurement goals, such as cost saving, payment term improvement and sustainability
* Identification of opportunities for cost optimization as well as local implementation of global contracts in cooperation with the Regional Category Management
* Ensuring that all commercial contracts comply to Akzo Nobel`s policies
* Conducting spend analysis for cost reduction and supplier consolidation while assessing risks of conflicts and policy non-compliance
* Interacting with stakeholders to understand potential challenges and business requirements
* Resolving operational issues related to Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
* Creating and maintaining relevant data for the seamless execution of the NPR buying process
* Reviewing and recommending improvements to NPR processes to drive efficiency
* Bachelor`s Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field, or equivalent work experience in sourcing
* Relevant work experience in indirect sourcing and procurement, e.g. on Professional services, Temporary Labor, Fleet Management, Marketing & Sales categories
* Experience with supplier relationship management in an international matrix-organization
* Ideally experience with digital tools, such as Coupa
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Team player, problem-solving skills, adaptability and willingness to learn about new digital solutions
* Fluent German and English language skills
* Attractive remuneration in accordance with the chemical industry collective agreement, including special payments under the collective agreement
* Above-average pension scheme
* 37.5 hours / week
* 30 days vacation
* Extensive digital learning opportunities
* Employee parking spaces
* Hybrid working model
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