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We are an international mid sized group with appetite for innovations, approachable management, lead by objectives / targets which give the opportunity of a wide range of empowerment. We as a growth oriented market leader invite you to join us on our journey from good to great!

Purpose of Role and Value add:

Commodity management Logistics forwarding and packaging (approx. global spend of 45 M €)
Drive standardization and cross-functional optimization (global standards, optimized usage, preferred suppliers, decreased complexity)
Ongoing analysis of the various sub-categories as well as identification and realization of savings potential and cost optimization based on expertise, bundling and global leverage
Build strong and reliable relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers

Key Outputs:

Global sourcing strategy
Development of Target Supplier Panel
Demand Management (in cross-functional efforts)
Contract and performance summary for stakeholders
Compliant frame contracts
Reporting (savings/performance)
Early involvement in specification and demand management and involvement of SCM/planning
TCO optimization

Main Responsibilities:

Enhance and Implement global purchasing strategy
Drive standardization of purchasing globally and build and disseminate category-specific expertise
Run global RFx
Negotiations frame contracts with main/ preferred suppliers
Drive standardization of reporting and process governance globally
Lead negotiations supported by regional buyers
Work closely with supply chain regarding demand challenge and price agreements
Develops strategies for the Logistics forwarding and packaging spend
Conducts frequent risk assessment, designing and managing adequate measures to address supply and price risk for selected spend
Contributes in delivering bottom line / top line results, managing the commodity spend / projects according to long term planning and upfront aligned targets
Contributes to simplification and optimization of sourcing processes as needed

Requirements:

Completed studies and 5+ years professional experience in different roles, incl. strategic sourcing
Fluency in English Language
Strong technical and commercial understanding of the forwarding and packaging business
Willingness to travel (25%)
Profound understanding of business and supply chain TCO
Strong communication and facilitation skills / stakeholder management
Decision making/strategic thinking
Internal stakeholder management/supplier relationship management

Key Interfaces:

Supply Chain Management Group/ Regional
Project teams
Internal stakeholders
Suppliers
Global/regional buyers
Divisional Commodity Leads
Direct purchasing functions across the group

At NORMA Group, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. We welcome individuals with a wide range of skills and experiences to develop solutions that make a global impact. As a proud equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and heard.

Contact for this position: Branko Vukovac

NORMA Group Human Resources
Shared Service Centre Novi Sad
21000 Novi Sad, Serbia

Global Commodity Manager Logistics, Forwarding and Warehousing (m/f/d)