Global Commodity Buyer

• Develop, build, and populate contracts repository
  


• Generate agreement Meta data pertinent to separation
  


• Chase functional leads to assure inputs delivery
  


• Process agreements for pertinent legal terms pertaining to termination, assignment, Legal Entity (LE) changes, etc..
  


• Coordinate with suppliers required actions identified by Global Supply Management (GSM) Enterprise Team
  


• Deliver, and manage communications and terminations
  


• Manage RFI, RFQ and RFP process for Corporate Services and IT requirements where requested
  


• Negotiate price savings where opportunities exist and cost avoidance as needed to mitigate negative economics- on Corporate Services and IT commodities
  


• Manage Global Team meetings with Travel Leaders to assure program continuity
  


• Drive user satisfaction and adoption
  


• Travel Policy Leader
  


• Develop Commodity Strategies and supplier portfolios
  


• Ensure an appropriate supplier management
  


• Achieve defined cost reduction targets
  


• Good understanding of the relevant legal framework
  


• Ability to operate independently
  


• Be prepared to travel as required
  


• Manage internal client and supplier relationships
  


• Monitor and assess supplier performance
  


• Evaluate and respond to changes in global market developments
  


• Understand market pricing, trends, and business activities
  


• Develop and maintain qualified suppliers
  


• Adheres to Corporate, IT and GSM procedures
  


• Coordinates contract requirements globally
  


• Internal Control compliance
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree a plus
  


• 5+ years of Corporate Services or IT Buyer/Manager experience
  


• 3+ years’ experience in global purchasing activities for above commodities
  


• Prior work experience of Divestitures or Spin-offs a plus
  


• Fluent in legal terms and conditions
  


• Experience with contracting work
  


• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  


• Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
  


• Team player who thrives on a fast-paced and demanding environment
  


• Individual contributor role with demonstrated leadership within cross-functional team, decision making and creative thinking skills
  


• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
  


• Existing US work authorization or citizenship
  


• Able to pass all required background checks