Senior Manager Markets Procurement
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At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience, and create. We are looking for a Senior Manager Markets Procurement where you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.
About the job
In this role your responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance in alignment with the LUXignite strategy and derived goals and objectives.
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the availability of high-quality goods and services.
- Oversee the development and execution of contracts with suppliers, including negotiating prices and terms and conditions.
- Develop and manage the procurement budget to ensure cost savings targets are met.
- Provide leadership and guidance to a cross-functional indirect procurement team, ensuring they are meeting performance targets and delivering on their objectives.
- Monitor market trends and technological advancements to identify new procurement opportunities and improve the procurement process.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, such as finance, operations, and legal departments, to align procurement strategies with organizational goals. Communicate procurement initiatives, results, and challenges to senior management and other relevant stakeholders.
About you
We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:
- Demonstrated experience of 8+ years in a similar role within an international setting
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (An MBA is highly preferred)
- Excellent English proficiency
- Extensive experience across key indirect categories
- Excellent negotiation and contracting skills
- Proven track of successful change management & stakeholder management in the procurement area and the ability to define the strategy
What we offer
You can expect a range of benefits, including:
- Swarovski products discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Volunteering leave
- Learning and development programs
Masters of Light Since 1895
Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.
Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski’s heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.
Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.
