USA-Buyer II (Professional) - eTeam Inc.

Cambridge, MA 02141

Job title:- Buyer
Location:- Cambridge, MA 02141 (Hybrid Role)
Duration:- 03 Months

Job Description:

This position is responsible to support the implementation of global sourcing strategies for Communication Agencies spend categories with transversal collaboration with any relevant category of spend and associated global lead buyers or regional/local buyers.
Candidate will support local operations linked to Communication Agencies services ensuring right level of support to key stakeholders.

Primary focus

The Communications Agencies category includes all spend natures related to Creative, Digital Marketing, Production/Adaptation, Public Relations and Public Affairs.

Main Responsibilities:
Operations Management

Supports the Regional Category Manager of the category to ensure the strategy's execution.
Delivers savings pipeline in line with targets
Leads RFIs/RFPs and contract negotiations for his/her category
Contributes to and/or leads local projects according to Category Management with ability to connect North America needs to Global needs
Reports on status, savings, performance, and risks on the sourcing activities he/she is in charge of.
Stays informed on current industry trends and new market developments related to his/her category area
Undertakes benchmarking against other industries and best practices
Run SRM program with suppliers of his/her scope
Support pre/post-audit management, Crisis management
Maintains comprehensive understanding of Procurement Policies/Processes related to Risk/CSR/Compliance, and ensures that these are adhered to by relevant team members
Identifies non-compliant processes and defines appropriate corrective measures Audit management
Stakeholder Management
Develops strong partnerships with his/her key internal customers, and foster two-way supportive relationships with them
Presents Procurement strategies to key internal customers for review and input
Identify cross-GBU synergies even in absence of cross-GBU stakeholders
About You/ Experience
3+ years' experience in Procurement or related field (including agency experience)
Open to other industries, in-direct procurement, anything other than raw materials exp.
Professional services, marketing

Soft Skills/ Technical skills:

The position requires sourcing professional skills with a strong ability to develop relationships within and across the different lines of business and throughout the Procurement organization, including transversal / project management skills as well as management skills in a multi-cultural environment:
Knowledge of best-in-class Procurement techniques and processes
Consistency of focus upon delivery of outcomes and results
Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to utilize tools/systems accordingly
Ability to work independently on multiple concurrent priorities/projects
Defines and balances strategic priorities against immediate operational challenges
Able to quickly assimilate new information/skills
Readily adapts to new environment, processes, ways of working, etc.
Willingness and ability to challenge the status quo
Creativity in imagining new processes, innovative ideas, and solutions
Possesses strong competency in partnering with various stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes
Encourages collaboration within team and across other functions/groups
Strong planning, problem-solving and responsive decision-making skills
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Role model in compliance and ethics
Actively seeks feedback to identify opportunities for improvement

Education

Source : eTeam Inc.