Sourcing Manager: CAPEX and Energy POC

at  Bridgestone

REQUIREMENTS:

• Analytical Skills
• Excellent Communication
• Project Management Skills
• Strong and Effective Negotiations
• Stakeholder Management
• Customer satisfaction
• Supplier Management

EDUCATION:

• BCOM/ Degree in Procurement /Accounting/Engineering/Strategy/Logistics/Supply Chain Management is a requirement.
• CIPS/SAPICS qualification an advantage
• Project Management qualification an advantage
• Experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Industrial industry an advantage
• Experience in strategic sourcing and tender management a requirement

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5-7 Years’ experience in Procurement/ Logistics/Inventory Management
• Minimum of 5 Years’ experience in Capex and Energy POC sourcing
• Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings, process improvements, and value-added solutions in Capex and Energy POC procurement
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to Capex and Energy POC procurement and supply chain management
• Proficiency in procurement software/tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Manufacturing/industrial environment experience an added advantage
• Advanced Excel experience will be an added advantage
• Technically strong, analytical, strong negotiation and communication skills
• Commodity Management experience will be an added advantage
• Experience in Imports and Oversees procurement will be an added advantage

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• We are passionate about our people and want to offer them the opportunity to develop and grow.
• You never stop learning. You will have the possibility to develop yourself via our Learning Management System that is also connected to LinkedIn Learning.
• Bridgestone as a global company drives your career to the next level by offering you possibilities to work in an international setting.
• You will have the opportunity to work with leading technologies.
• You will have the opportunity to experience a dynamic and challenging environment and work on different and innovative projects.
• We help you to drive your career path onward and upward work in a culture of feedback that recognizes you and helps your development.
• You will work in a healthy and safety environment, as safety is a key priority area in Bridgestone.
• You will have the opportunity to participate in our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
  If you can demonstrate the skills we are looking for and would like to make a difference in a Pioneering company dedicated to shaping a sustainable future of real-world mobility solutions, join us at Bridgestone!
  Process Next Steps: All applications will be reviewed. Our HR team will contact those applicants who we would like to invite for the next stage of the recruitment process.

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a Sourcing Manager to manage Capex and Energy POC reporting directly to the Head of Procurement.
The successful candidate will Manage the strategic sourcing and tender process for the business as well as implementing and optimizing sourcing initiatives related to Capital Expenditure projects in an effective, transparent and professional manner according to Bridgestone’s procurement policy and procedures. The candidate will ensure that quality products are purchased at a competitive price and delivered on time to minimize any delays in production.