Job Description

Why join the Sourcing department?

As a Category Sourcing Management Specialist (m/f/d) Plastic you will be based in Blieskastel (Germany) or Obernai (France) for a permanent contract.

What you will do?

• Develop and implement a sourcing strategy for plastics that supports the company's supply chain.
• Manage policies and processes for purchasing the raw materials needed for manufacturing products, research, or other business activities.
• Monitor and analyze the raw materials market, global economic conditions, and events to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Focus on risk: Identify, evaluate, and monitor suppliers and develop relationships to ensure reliable supply and guarantee the quality and availability of necessary raw materials.
• Oversee tenders and contract negotiations to secure the best prices to meet raw material needs.
• Strategic support of our main internal stakeholders to ensure our inventory levels targets and manufacturing needs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards governing the purchase and delivery of goods.

What about you?

• You have a University degree in business management, supply chain management, or equivalent and 10+ years of experience in a category management position, with an expertise in the field of plastic raw materials.
• You must be fluent in English.
• You demonstrate strong negotiation and contract management skills, ability to collect and analyze information, solve problems, and make decisions based on this analysis.
• You are recognized for your interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain strong and lasting relationships with strategic suppliers.
• You are able to analyze and evaluate complex situations, anticipate potential challenges, and develop long-term plans to achieve objectives.
• You demonstrate a change-driven leadership with a growth mindset, resilience management to react and be proactive in preventing crises

What we offer?

• Personalized onboarding experience program designed to make your first days smooth
• Opportunities to learn and grow through Hager Group's awarded Hi University.
• Internal career opportunities, over 25% of our recruitments are through internal mobility

What are the recruitment stages?

• Once your CV has been selected, you will be contacted by a recruiter for an initial phone exchange.
• You will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager & the recruiter
• A second Interview will be then organized with the N+2 & the HR manager

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