Indirect Sourcing Lead for Professional Services

  • Kraków
  • Westinghouse Electric Company Llc.
Indirect sourcing Lead will be responsible for Global Supply Chain Indirect Category strategies with global stakeholder requirements and global laws/regulations. Exhibit procurement/sourcing expertise to negotiate, award and administer professional services contracts. Responsibilities: Collaborate with assigned Category Managers for Indirect Categories: General Professional Services: Consulting, Finance, Marketing, Travel, Subscriptions, Memberships Human Resources (HR) Professional Services: Employee Benefits, Training, Recruitment Solicit quotations and analyze proposals; utilize Westinghouse sourcing tools (ARIBA Sourcing) for large, complex indirect sourcing events. Conduct supplier solvency reviews using Westinghouse supplier solvency tools (Rapid Ratings and D&B Credit Risk Module) Negotiate contract agreements with global suppliers. Negotiate, record, and monitor one-time and recurring cost savings in WAVE software tool. Request and monitor supplier records on the Westinghouse Approved Supplier List (ASL), as required. Correct data as necessary to improve indirect spend databases. Implement and manage global ARIBA Catalogs with Indirect partner suppliers. Serve as escalation point for procurement/invoicing issues associated with global Indirect partner suppliers; oversee resolution of disputes. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, Westinghouse stakeholders and Global Supply Chain peers in Account Management, Operations and Supplier Performance Excellence (SPE) pillars. Bridge gap between indirect and direct materials/services Lead identification, development, and implementation of best practices for global requirements; lead quality improvement initiatives where appropriate Requirements: BA in Supply Chain, Business or similar 3-5 years supply chain experience, (experience on similar role will be an advantage) Fluency in English. Exceptional verbal and interpersonal skills required. Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills. Ability to multitask, work under pressure and proactively identify and solve issues. Proficient use of SAP, Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, and PowerPoint is desirable Offer: Stable employment in newly created SSC in Kraków Outstanding and supportive atmosphere of collaboration in the team and in Westinghouse group Attractive remuneration with bonuses Hybrid model of work, flexible working time Benefit package with Multisport card Life insurance Private Medical Care Charity initiatives Parking space for employees Employee referral program