Senior Buyer at Siemens

Job ID: 264517

Responsibilities

• Provide a support the corporate and business divisions in the procurement of materials, including RFQ's, price catalog agreements. Administer the One SRM buying platform regarding User admin and uploading of new and updated supplier catalogs.
• Ensure compliance to Siemens purchasing policies and rules.
• Support business processes, solution of technical issues, development of new methodologies, procedures, tools and products with their theoretical and/or practical know how and understanding.
• Focus on interpretation and application of procedures, analyze issues, implement changes, and may advise and guide operational colleagues in their area work.
• Co-ordinates PO activities with Global shared services.
• Provides guidance to Purchase order operators.

Requirements

• University Degree in Social Sciences, or equivalent; Masters degree in a related field would be an added advantage
• Professional certification in Institute of Purchasing and Supply or related industry required.
• Very high level of  computer literacy regarding data processing and reporting using excel and SAP.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 Years post NYSC experience in:
  • The use of online buying platforms,
  • Purchase order creation and administration
  • Request for quotations.

Skills requirements:

• Analytical, Precise, Good communication skills, Negotiation skill; mobility anf flexibity for business travel.