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The role requires expertise in procurement strategy, commercial negotiations, SAP systems, logistics coordination, and supply chain management within the process automation industry.\nProcurement & Sourcing\nManage end-to-end procurement activities for inter-group and external suppliers.\nDevelop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.\nEnsure timely procurement of materials, components, and services to support business operations.\nDrive continuous improvement in procurement processes, cost optimization, and supplier performance.\nSupplier Management\nIdentify, evaluate, onboard, and develop suppliers to support business requirements.\nBuild strategic partnerships with key suppliers and internal group companies.\nMonitor supplier performance through KPIs such as delivery, quality, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.\nConduct periodic supplier reviews and corrective action follow-ups.\nCommercial Negotiation\nLead commercial negotiations for pricing, payment terms, contracts, and service agreements.\nDeliver year-on-year cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives.\nManage contract renewals and ensure favorable commercial terms.\nSAP & Procurement Operations\nOversee purchase requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, and supplier master data within SAP.\nEnsure compliance with procurement policies and approval workflows.\nDrive accuracy and efficiency of procurement transactions and reporting.\nLogistics & Supply Chain Coordination\nCoordinate closely with logistics providers, production planning, warehouses, and suppliers to ensure on-time deliveries.\nManage import/export processes, shipment tracking, and customs-related activities.\nSupport inventory optimization and working capital improvement initiatives.\nStakeholder Management\nCollaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, Quality, and Customer Service teams.\nSupport business growth through proactive procurement planning and risk mitigation.\nAct as the key escalation point for supply disruptions and delivery challenges.\nProcess Improvement\nDrive digital transformation and process automation initiatives within procurement operations.\nImplement best practices in sourcing, supplier management, and logistics.\nParticipate in continuous improvement and operational excellence projects.\n Graduate degree in Engineering, Commerce, Business Administration, or related discipline.\n6-10 years of procurement and supply chain experience within the Process Automation or Industrial Automation industry.\nStrong understanding of procurement processes, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and logistics operations.\nHands-on experience with SAP ERP systems (SAP MM preferred).\nProven experience in commercial negotiations and contract management.\nBring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to welcome you - apply today!\n Rewards designed for you\nOur Total Rewards is our way of saying: We see you and we value you. It’s more than just pay and benefits-it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed to help you perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential. The package helps you care for yourself and your family, plan your future, grow your skills and career, collaborate in an inclusive workplace, and contribute to your community. At Schneider Electric, we’re here for what matters most to you. Discover more at our Career Page.\n* Country-specific programs and initiatives may be available.\n Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?\nWhen you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.\nIMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.\nWe are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.\nBecome an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!\n€40 billion global revenue\n+9% organic growth\n150 000+ employees in 100+ countries\n\nYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.\nSchneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. \nAt Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here\n\nSchneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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