Sourcing Category -Assistant Manager - German- Remote Romania

Genpact (NYSE: G) is a global professional services and solutions firm delivering outcomes that shape the future. Our 125,000+ people across 30+ countries are driven by our innate curiosity, entrepreneurial agility, and desire to create lasting value for clients. Powered by our purpose - the relentless pursuit of a world that works better for people - we serve and transform leading enterprises, including the Fortune Global 500, with our deep business and industry knowledge, digital operations services, and expertise in data, technology, and AI.

Inviting applications for the role of Sourcing Category -Assistant Manager - German- Remote Romania
Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies within the defined scope, aiming to ensure high service quality, leverage commercial opportunities, mitigate risks, promote sustainability, maintain proper oversight, and enhance customer's competitive position.

• Cultivate a solid understanding of technologies and scientific areas that will shape the future of the category.

• Within his scope, provide insights into market dynamics, conduct benchmarking, assess the competitive landscape, and gather market intelligence to identify potential new partners.

• Collaborate with key business partners to implement strategies, supported by robust implementation and transition plans.

• Create persuasive business cases for change, including make-versus-buy analyses when necessary.

• Conduct sourcing projects, including tendering as needed, ensuring engagement from all business partners, and capturing requirements comprehensively. Provide supplier selection recommendations.

• Take charge of commercial negotiations within the defined scope. Develop commercial models based on business needs and strategic segmentation.

• Deliver and manage the lifecycle of Master agreements with key suppliers and external partners.

• Ensure standard frameworks and visibility for supply and financial risk assessment within the area of responsibility are applied.

• Ensures risk management strategies are embedded into contracts (when applicable)

• Foster and contribute to strategic supplier relationship management, aiming to generate long-term value in terms of quality, delivery, cost, and innovation, in alignment with customer's goals and objectives.

Qualifications we seek in you!

Minimum Qualifications

• Very good knowledge of English & German language C1 or better (written & spoken)
• University graduate in Economics
• Relevant sourcing experience, category management in Professional Services represents a plus
• Good understanding of MS Office suite - Word, Excel, Power Point
• Outstanding customer service orientation
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proactive and resourceful in solving problems
• Highly organized and able to multitask, able to work with multiple projects
• Ability to work efficiently in an international environment
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to work under pressure to meet project priorities and deadlines
• Good Coordination skills, ability to work effectively with stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Six Sigma / Lean Concepts
• Working experience in Oracle/ SAP constitutes an advantage

What can we offer?

• Attractive salary;

• Stable job offers - employment contract

• Work in a multicultural and diverse environment with employees from over 30 countries

• Genpact supports professional tranings and great career development opportunities

• Free access to our award-winning learning platform

• Benefits such as Meal Tickets, Medical Services, Insurance, additional vacation days or partner discounts

Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit www.genpact.com. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

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