Strategic Sourcing Analyst developing strategies for Advocate Health’s supply chain. Managing sourcing processes, supplier relationships, and cost optimization initiatives within a hybrid work environment.
About the role
- Sourcing Specialist for raw materials in the petrochemical industry. Responsible for procurement strategies and maintaining supplier relationships throughout the APAC region.
Responsibilities
- The sourcing specialist for raw material is responsible for the procurement of the related categories of expenditure by working closely with global / regional procurement colleagues to develop and execute both the short- and long-term procurement strategy.
- Coordinate with global procurement colleagues for the global synergy project and bring value to the region.
- Develop the low-cost countries source and accountable for the cost saving KPI of the related categories.
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers and update the latest market movement to the team.
- Work closely with the PAD team for developing the new material for cost saving and alternatives grade to single source for risk management.
- Interaction with various functional groups throughout the APAC region including the O&P, I&D and APS Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain and Manufacturing.
Requirements
- University degree or diploma
- At least 2-3 years of experience in the petrochemical/ plastics compounding/ chemistry industry
- Possess knowledge in additives, plastics ,colors & pigment knowledge is prefer.
- Combined experience in commercial
- Able to demonstrate procurement knowledge and skills – from procure to pay processes through to strategic sourcing through to contract and supplier management.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Possess relevant category knowledge.
- Ability to use data and apply analytics.
- Possess an understanding of the chemical industry and the drivers of its performance
- Advanced PC skills, including Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and knowledge of SAP, Procurement ERP systems eg: ARIBA.
- Project management skill.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work hours
- Professional development budget
- Home office setup allowance
- Global team events
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