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The Procurement Buyer is responsible for sourcing and managing suppliers for a broad range of goods, materials, and services across both direct and indirect categories. The role ensures procurement activities align with company objectives, deliver cost and value improvements, maintain high quality and service levels, and foster strong supplier relationships. It supports production readiness and day-to-day operations while driving continuous improvement and compliance.What you’ll be doing:1.Strategic Sourcing:<ul><li>Conduct market research and develop category strategies across direct and indirect spend (e.g., raw materials, production components, packaging, capital equipment, MRO, facility and professional services, IT and marketing services).</li><li>Identify, qualify, and evaluate suppliers; run RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and develop award recommendations.</li><li>Implement sourcing strategies that optimize total cost of ownership, quality, delivery, and sustainability.</li></ul>2.Supplier Management:<ul><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and SLAs; manage renewals and amendments.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier relationships; conduct performance reviews using scorecards.</li><li>Monitor performance and address issues, non-conformances, and corrective actions.</li></ul>3.Procurement Operations:<ul><li>Manage requisitions, convert to purchase orders, and ensure on-time, in-full delivery; expedite as necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, IT, Marketing) to capture requirements and support projects and new product introductions.</li><li>Maintain data integrity in ERP/procurement systems and ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and ethical standards.</li></ul>4.Cost and Value Management:<ul><li>Analyze spend to identify savings and value-engineering opportunities.</li><li>Track and report savings; support budgeting and forecasting for assigned categories.</li><li>Contribute to inventory optimization and working capital targets.</li></ul>5.Process Improvement and Compliance:<ul><li>Continuously improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Implement best practices and standard work; leverage digital tools to streamline workflows.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ESG, and corporate requirements; support audits as needed.</li></ul>Qualifications and Skills required for the role:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field (Post Graduate degree will be considered as an asset).</li><li>3–5 years of procurement/buying experience across direct and/or indirect categories.</li><li>Proficiency with procurement and ERP tools and MS Office; SAP experience preferred.</li><li>Proficiency in Greek and English is required; additional languages are a plus.</li><li>Knowledge of procurement best practices, category management, and market trends.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management.</li><li>Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.</li></ul>Key Competencies:<ul><li>Results-oriented with a focus on cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>High level of integrity and commitment to ethical procurement practices.</li><li>Adaptable, proactive, and continuous improvement mindset.</li></ul>&nbsp;We’ll provide:&nbsp;• A competitive salary• Private health insurance• Hybrid working mode• Opportunity to grow in a multinational environment

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The Procurement Category Analyst supports sourcing activities, evaluates supplier performance, and identifies cost-saving opportunities within assigned categories. The role analyses market and supplier data, ensures compliance with procurement policies, and collaborates with business units to meet their requirements. The analyst also leads supplier negotiations and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance value and efficiency across the organization.&nbsp;OPPORTUNITIES• Conduct comprehensive analysis of procurement categories to identify cost-saving opportunities, market trends, and risk factors.• Collaborate with business units to understand their requirements and tailor procurement policy to meet their needs.• Evaluate and monitor supplier performance within specific categories.• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, considering both cost and service levels.• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures during sourcing activities.• Review contracts end-to-end to ensure accuracy, compliance with company policies and legal requirements, and identify cost-saving opportunities, completing reviews within agreed timelines• Analyze data to provide insights into market dynamics, supplier landscapes, and emerging technologies.• Utilize procurement tools and systems to gather, organize, and analyze data related to indirect procurement activities.• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of contracts, supplier information, and procurement performance metrics.• Docusign and Power BI knowledge will be an asset.• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers within procurement categories.• Address and resolve issues with suppliers, working closely with business units to ensure alignment with organizational goals.• Conduct regular performance reviews and implement improvement plans as necessary.• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement within specific procurement categories.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and service standards.• Ensure compliance with procurement best practices and industry benchmarks&nbsp;SKILLS• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.• 3–5 years of procurement experience in a large international company.• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret procurement and market data.• Experience leading supplier negotiations and achieving cost-saving outcomes.• Ability to review and interpret contracts for accuracy and compliance.• Proficiency with procurement tools and systems; Power BI and DocuSign are assets.• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier performance and resolve issues.• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.• Knowledge of procurement best practices and sourcing processes.• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.&nbsp;&nbsp;VALUES<ul><li>Care&nbsp;about client satisfaction.</li><li>Commit&nbsp;to driving proactive client management.</li><li>Collaborate&nbsp;to ensure service delivery.</li><li>Challenge to ensure service quality.</li></ul>&nbsp;SOME OF OUR BENEFITS include:<ul><li>Maternity leave:&nbsp;Transition back with 3 days per week in the first month and 4 days per week in the second month </li><li>Civil Partnership:&nbsp;1 week of paid leave if you're getting married. This covers marriages and civil partnerships, including same sex/civil partnership </li><li>Family care:&nbsp;4 weeks of paid family care leave </li><li>Recharge days:&nbsp;4 days per year to use when you need to physically or mentally needed to recharge </li><li>Study leave:&nbsp;2 weeks of paid leave each year for study or personal development&nbsp;</li></ul>

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