Customer Project Buyer

Job Description: Mission
The Customer Project Buyer will manage selectively the purchasing actions as described in CPP process (project cost optimization), including the alternative sources or the re-negotiation, securing the risk relative to the project dimension. What will you do?

• Anticipate at tendering stage the cost optimization to improve the competitiveness of the “quote to win” offers
• Drive in full accountability identified alternatives at execution stage and report the non-recurrent productivity associated to the corresponding actions
• Initiate and drive breakthrough (make or buy, rebalancing, innovation) on project base with the selected category he/she is managing
• Learn and apply the processes, tools, accounting principles and skills requested to practice project buyer job
• Ensure the involvement of the purchasing function, the introduction of supplier strategies as earlier as possible in the project stage
• Contribute in “cluster” supplier quality of service and business continuity
• Supplier base next generation, supplier selection connected with Category Strategy
• Support PPM and Group Manager on SRM strategy (Sponsorship, C2P, Business review)

What skills and capabilities will make you successful?

• Strong procurement skills (negotiation, supplier relationship, Supplier base development, quality, lead time, etc)
• Technical interest
• Be able to navigate in a complex environment and organization, connect with people and create strong networking
• Efficient communication (Written - ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner internally as well as externally, Verbal - ability to make presentations in front of executives in a clear and concise manner)
• Be able to influence, convince and drive positive change management
• Capability of handling multiple tasks and priorities
• Have full accountability and leadership of the topics managing end to end governance
• Navigate and adapt in front of different stakeholders and peers
• Competence in using Microsoft Office software, in particular Excel and SAP

Let us learn about you! Apply today. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. About Our Company: Why us?

At Schneider Electric were committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Discover your Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled
Schneider 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.
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