Operational Buyer - EU

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

In this role, your goal will be to support the procurement of indirect MRO & Services Category, transactional procurement activities within a Sub-Category of Indirect procurement, responsible for the multiple countries. You will be working in a team of Category Managers and Operational Buyers in Procurement function, your line manager, Head of Indirect Procurement. The scope may include as well some support of direct categories.

Order management

• Procurement operational activities in multiple regions in different ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, Navision, PRMS, etc
• Expedite Purchase orders till they are delivered to site locations across Europe. Maintaining data and trackers in systems to ensure visibility.
• Address & solve operational issues with suppliers.
• Resolve the invoice processing related challenges.
• Support standardization of purchase process.
• Monitor inventory levels and taking actions to replenish the same.
• Support categories like Direct / Energy on need basis.

Strategic sourcing / Assist Strategic Sourcing

• Actively participate in the buying activities for the indirect category, with the goal of achieving cost reductions, while maintaining or improving service quality or vendor service levels.
• Identify, evaluate & select suppliers, negotiate and close framework agreements of EU region services under the Indirect sub-category under the guidance of Category managers.
• Engage and negotiate with Suppliers/ sub-contractors as per the Delegation of authority.
• Prepare bid documents/ tender/ comparisons and data analysis using Microsoft excel.
• Monitor performances of vendors and their compliance with their commitments.
• Prepare & issue savings reports/ activity reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering field/ Technical field
• Proactive mindset characterized by the ability to identify opportunities, take action without waiting for instructions, and contribute beyond expectations
• Strong communication skills, as the role is supporting multiple sites across Europe.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in Indirect procurement/ projects contracting
• Understanding of EU market
• Excellent command of English and any one of the following languages German/ Dutch / French or Spanish are desirable.
• Interpersonal skills and result driven personality.
• Strong negotiation skill is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and supplier relations skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively, and in a matrix management style organization.
• Strategic thinker and pragmatic worker.