Category Buyer: Resins - Tielt, België - Mitsubishi Chemical Europe

Beschrijving

About the role

As the EMEA Category Buyer you define and own the category strategies for the direct spend categories:
resins & polymers. You align and collaborate with the appropriate sites across Europe and other members
of the Mitsubishi Chemical Europe Group.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Contract Management, ensure transparency of all contracts, reviewing terms and validity frequently;

• The tactical steps for your categories and balance the supply base between economy of scale and
supply risk mitigation;

• Help the EMEA purchasing team to reduce transactional work with supporting various digitalization
projects;

• Analyze the spend profile on quality, cost and delivery and ensure high data integrity in all MCAM
purchasing systems;

• As part of several Business Line teams you will consult cross-functional teams on availability and
pricing of certain products.

Your profile?

• A couple of years of relevant experience in purchasing in an international environment, preferably in
the automotive, electronics or chemical sector;

• Advanced knowledge in MS Office, spend analytics tools, e-sourcing platforms, experience in
project management and presentation;

• Proficient in English, preferably fluent in Dutch or German (depending on the production site);

• Managing larger organization in this role, negotiating contracts, terms and conditions;

• High degree of commitment, flexibility, team - and services readiness;

• Ability and experience to work in a fast changing European / global / multi-cultural environment and
matrix type organization and open for occasional business travels. You will mostly work for one of
our European production sites Tielt, Heinsberg, Vreden).

Offer?

Our corporate culture is based on the values of integrity, respect, bravery, collaboration, and persistence,
we call it "Our Way". With our approach, together we can shape a more sustainable, progressive and
brighter version of the world.

We offer you a secure job position in a pleasant and collegial environment, offering engaging and
responsible tasks within an international setting.

Flat hierarchies and mutual respect are second nature. Moreover, you'll enjoy an appealing compensation
package and a company car, and comprehensive social benefits, including bonuses, a company pension
plan, health offerings, employee discounts, Job bicycle leasing and some more.

We believe in the power of people with diverse values, viewpoints, and expertise. Our aim is the wellbeing
of people and the planet – a concept we call KAITEKI. We are committed to creating an inclusive and
diverse environment.

Are you curious about this position? Become part of the team and contribute with your talents. Send us your
application via the Application Portal.