Sourcing Manager Europe
The Lubrizol Corporation
Sourcing Manager Europe
Salary Not Specified
The Lubrizol Corporation, Kilburn, Derbyshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 28 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 8d87bd8fbda24b9891ce92abad1f9c9d
Full Job Description
- Responsible for the effective procurement of a portfolio of raw materials; coordinates with other colleagues to co-manage and develop the Lubrizol supplier base.
- Proactively manages optimization of supply chain issues to ensure continuous supply
- Consistently demonstrates understanding of supply chain economics to enhance our competitive position in the marketplace
- Develop and execute sourcing plans for assigned raw material portfolio including contract negotiations, managing supplier relations, database management, and market analyses for key raw materials.
- Shows sustainable leadership in the development of the most cost-effective and reliable sourcing strategies to support and strengthen our current position in end-markets.
- Negotiate and identify innovative solutions that support supplier consolidation, improved quality, deliver, pricing and lead times, in line with corporate and department policies, procedures, and quality standards
- Function as the raw material portfolio manager by handling relevant technical and commercial questions relating to that portfolio and taking appropriate action if necessary
- Maintain alignment and being able to effectively lead global and regional procurement projects, priorities, and deliverables, including managing a global raw material coordination role
- Report costs evolution of goods and services to support business price management (sales side)
- Maintain purchasing records in SAP and other electronic forms, as necessary
- Adhere and promote compliance with company QHS&E policies, practices, and procedures
- Respect and apply all corporate and procurement policies, procedures and strategies
- Represent Lubrizol in a professional, legal and ethical and maintain the integrity of the brand
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in supply chain, logistics, sales & marketing finance, economics, engineering, or other technical degree - At least 5 years of experience in the chemical industry
- Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills. Other European language is a plus.
- Must be able to relate well with individuals at various levels, inside and outside of organization
- Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
- ERP Systems experience, SAP and BW Knowledge are an advantage
- 10-15% of travelling is required
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com. - Develop your professional career with a highly respected, industry-leading, multinational company that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
- Become part of a culture that is based on accountability and empowerment and which values diversity and inclusivity.
- A competitive remuneration and benefits package
We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognise unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life., Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the Procurement organization and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.
What You'll Do:
As a Sourcing Manager Europe, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, procuring a slate of goods at the optimal value (security of supply, cost of ownership, competitive advantage) for the company in alignment with business objectives and represent the Lubrizol brand to our supply base by having a broad insight into upstream markets and use that knowledge to bring value and opportunities to the company. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Your work will directly impact the way we negotiate, deal and support our key stakeholders., It's an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success - not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers and communities.
We work with a relentless commitment to operate safely and responsibly, keeping safety, sustainability, ethics, and compliance at the forefront of everything we do. The well-being of our employees, customers and communities is paramount to our culture and in the way we approach our work.
As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world's most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.
One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today.
More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their ethnic origin, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic.
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