Procurement Expert **_About_** **_this_** **_position_** At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of 50,000 pioneers around the globe. The teams in our corporate functions enable the best in our dynamic businesses and in our people to maximize our company’s potential. With our leading brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth. Dare to make an impact? **What you´ll do** + Manages relationship to local key stakeholder, collaborates on initialization of saving projects or further benefits + Specifies regional/local demand, creates spend transparency by analyzing purchasing data, defines specific metrics as basis for negotiation + Screens the markets and identifies potentially new suppliers, prepares and conducts efficient and compliant (e)-sourcing activities + Develops supplier decision memo for local business, awards and implements suppliers, establishes contracts in cooperation with + Legal Tracks and benchmarks sourcing decision, consults category for the sourcing strategy development + Guides the local business colleagues on compliance and sustainability in sourcing + Steers regional and global project roll-outs and change management on local level + Escalates path for process service level and quality of e2e Source to Pay (StP) operations, ensures governance and compliance for StP related activities + Manages local/regional supplier base and identifies potential supplier rationalization + Steers the enablement of digital suppliers and content for the buying channels to cover local demand efficiently + Guides local business on buying channels/order process for Indirect Material and Services (IMS) + Executes and tracks defined StP transactions in case of legal local or market requirements **What makes you a good fit** Skills and Qualifications for a Purchasing Expert: Educational Background: + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. + Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM) are a plus. Experience: + Minimum 4 years proven experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management. + Experience in project management within a sourcing environment. + Familiarity with global sourcing and supplier management. Technical Skills: + Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle). + Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis. + Understanding of e-procurement and e-sourcing tools. Analytical Skills: + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Ability to analyze market trends and supplier performance. + Experience with cost analysis and budgeting. Negotiation Skills: + Excellent negotiation and contract management skills. + Ability to develop and maintain strong supplier relationships. Communication Skills: + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to present data and insights clearly to stakeholders. Project Management: + Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously. + Strong organizational and time management skills. + Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Interpersonal Skills: + Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively. + Ability to influence and drive change within the organization. Attention to Detail: + High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work. Adaptability: + Ability to adapt to changing business needs and work in a fast-paced environment. Ethical Standards: + High ethical standards and integrity in all business dealings. Industry Knowledge: + Knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory requirements. + Understanding of sustainability and corporate social responsibility in procurement. **Some perks of joining Henkel** + Flexible hybrid work + Diverse national and international growth opportunities + Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs + Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks + Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares + Annual performance bonus + Comprehensive healthcare including mental health support and 401(k) plan matched by employer + Family benefits including fertility support, fully paid parental leave, caregiver services + Time off, sickness leave, holidays, volunteer time off, summer Fridays & more The salary for this role is $75000.00 - $95000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future. Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics. 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