OVERVIEW:
INEOS Automotive: We have one goal; manufacture, launch and deliver an uncompromising, best-in-class 4x4 for those who depend on a vehicle as a working tool. Its been an exciting journey since our inception in 2017, We have driven past many milestones and, despite the global challenge of 2020, we are on track to deliver our plan. 2022 is our year of execution and as a Cost Engineer you will play a huge part in this. If you are looking to join a scale-up business and be part of something amazing, then INEOS Automotive welcomes your application.
The role: As a Procurement Lead (Senior Buyer) for Sales & Marketing you will analyse the demands of the Commercial department, and derive an appropriate cross-functional sourcing strategy. Based on this strategy you will conduct and be responsible for all sourcing and supplier management activities such as RFQ, supplier selection, contract negotiations and supplier performance evaluation.
We are looking for:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage all global procurement activities related to the assigned categories, with a focus on Marketing services, Events, Sales & Aftersales services.
- Conduct RFQs, lead supplier nomination processes, negotiations and cross functional sourcing decisions for all of the assigned categories of Procurement for the Commercial team.
- Support the identification and alignment of future demands for Commercial categories on a global basis.
- Develop and implement an effective supplier base and partnerships to create a reliable and long-term source of supply.
- Assist in identification, evaluation and definition of countermeasures for risks associated with the assigned categories and individual purchase orders.
- Constantly observe the supply market regarding changes and trends that affect the Commercial strategy.
- Network with the stakeholder department as well as with the wider INEOS organisation to maximise group leverage possibilities.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Extensive experience in Procurement (Non Production Material or Indirect) ideally gained in automotive or manufacturing industry.
- Demonstrable strategic procurement experience and solid negotiation skills
- Previous direct knowledge of Procurement in Sales & Marketing
- Experience in building and maintaining a supplier relationship base.
- Demonstrable ability to prioritise tasks and have effective time management and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English.
It’s a big task to launch a best-in-class 4x4 for those who depend on a vehicle as a working tool, and it’s our responsibility to do the best job possible. We’re building the Grenadier from the ground up, component by component. No corners cut and no easy options.
To make this vision a reality, we’ve assembled a team of world-class experts who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. We need more doers that think big. More thinkers that dive in and do. More people that make things happen. We’re a diverse workforce of tenacious, straight-talking experts with engineering at our core. We’re growing our world-class team and looking for spirited innovators and disruptors - those who thrive on a gritty challenge and will work through adversity in the pursuit of success. We’re doing things differently.
If this sounds like you, let’s talk.