Category Lead - Professional & HR Services, AP (Mandarin Speaker)

at  Goodyear

Location: PH - Philippines - A5R0
Goodyear Talent Acquisition Representative: Shaira Per Bautista
Sponsorship Available: No
Relocation Assistance Available: No

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain or a related Operational function required. Previous strategic sourcing experience strongly preferred. Experience in a related industry preferred.
• Knowledge of core procurement processes and strategic sourcing concepts.
• Strong financial/statistical analysis, organization skills, strong Microsoft Access/Excel skills and/or other database programs, a team player, strong written and verbal communication skills, influence skills, self-directing, and ability to work in a very fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Can read, write and speak in Mandarin
• Must be amenable to work in Day Shift and Hybrid Set up

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

• Executes sourcing strategies across multiple commodities in alignment with overall category strategy.
• Leverages market data, cost modeling to support the development of negotiation strategies. Supports contract negotiations. Develops efficient channels for capturing effective market intelligence.
• Develops relationships with suppliers focused on total cost of ownership, advantaged supply chain, innovation and continuous process improvement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Category Strategy: Executes sourcing strategies in alignment with overall category strategy. Leverages market data, cost modeling to support the development of negotiation strategies. Supports contract negotiations.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Develops relationships with suppliers focused on total cost of ownership, advantaged supply chain, innovation and continuous process improvement.
• Organizational & Operational Excellence: Develops and nurtures internal cross-functional relationships. Develops efficient channels for capturing effective market intelligence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration/Stakeholder Management: Actively participates in Commercial Council and serves as a key driver for accomplishing Council goals.
• Building Organizational Capability: Utilizes 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process and Enhanced Sourcing Tools in day-to-day work. Collaborates with peers and leaders within the Category team. Informal leadership to Procurement Specialists.