Category Manager Capex purchases MRO / processing equipment
ICM Personal AG
Zürich, Zurich
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At ICM people with talent meet. Are you available immediately for an exciting contract in Zurich? Experience in Procurement / Category Management with a focus on CapEx and MRO / Machinery?
Tasks
- Develop long range sourcing plans for the CapEx & MRO assigned categories, demonstrating a hands-on approach
- to achieve strategic goals
- Forge contractual programs with suppliers, focusing on the goal of reducing the total cost of ownership achieved through a long-term oriented supply base
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to optimize equipment specifications which maximize processing output
- Develop sub-category strategies which contribute toward the goals
- Mentor internal customers on the application of contracted programs
- Manage medium to complex projects as assigned
- Implement standardized sourcing processes, create regional / global supply agreements, and provide budgetary support for capital equipment
- Support multiple facilities within the region with the ongoing CapEx project purchases (RFx, Analysis, Negotiation & Award processes)
- Evaluate an encompassing program with integrated suppliers of the assigned categories
- Responsible for commercial terms and conditions
Requirements
- A minimum Bachelor degree in Business or Engineering
- Similar sourcing experience of minimum 7-10 years with centralized sourcing of technical goods
- A technical knowledge and functional understanding of food processing equipment is a plus.
- Project Management experience preferably in a multi-plant or international environment is mandatory
- A proven background in RFI / RFP procedures for capital equipment sourcing and MRO field is mandatory
- An understanding of capital equipment projects and being able to support initiatives with cost analysis
- Exhibit strong negotiation skills, a hands-on attitude, and self-motivation
- Ability to manage multiple projects across various plants simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Prior procurement experience in the food processing, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries is essential
- English fluent, French language is a plus
Did we catch your interest? Are you available to start in October here in Zurich? Let’s talk!
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