Purchasing Manager

Job description

Do you have a passion for analytics and strategic, critical thinking? Do you see yourself engaging in commercial and relationship activities with P&G Suppliers ? You “can smell and close a great deal”? You want to face different challenges every single day? Then, Strategic Purchases is your place to be.

By joining P&G, you will be given responsibilities as of Day 1 . You will feel the ownership of your project from the beginning, and you will be given specific projects and responsibilities. You will evolve in a dynamic and supporting work environment where employees are at the core. We value every individual and encourage initiatives , promoting agility and work/life balance.

As a Purchasing Manager in this ecosystem, you will be the commercial leader at the forefront of all supply-chain and strategic sourcing activities, managing P&G’s expenditure and bringing the outside in. You are the eyes and ears of the Company, connecting with a variety of industries and players.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO P&G’S SUCCESS:

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Develop extensive market knowledge and deep understanding of the assigned industry.

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Elaborate sourcing strategies to increase our innovation pipeline, drive cost savings and influence industries to transform themselves.

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Negotiate best-value deals with the right suppliers to meet the Company's business need.

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Work effectively as an integral member of cross-functional business teams.

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Constantly look for new technologies and recommend innovative solutions and providers to your internal business partners.

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Influence individuals both externally and internally and build the right relationships to deliver outstanding results.

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Build a sustainable supply base for the World to become a better place.

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Always treat our suppliers honestly, ethically and fairly: we consider our suppliers as partners in our journey to deliver our world-class products around the world.

Job Qualifications

YOU ARE THE RIGHT FIT IF YOU HAVE/ARE:

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Graduated from a Master's degree in Purchasing or equivalent field

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Strong interest in the commercial aspects of business

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Real passion for learning and applying skills to deliver business results

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Strong analytical skills, and ability to connect the dots

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Strong communication & collaboration skills

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Proficient in English and French

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Proven leadership skills.

YOUR ADVANTAGES :

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Working in an international and inclusive environment, with diverse and supporting colleagues. 

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Continued self-development via coaching, trainings and a general Growth Mindset working environment. 

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Competitive pay and travel covered from home location to Brussels and back. 

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A vibrant and modern working environment, supporting employees’ wellbeing: 

o   Subsidized company restaurant with many options every day. 

o   On-site vibrant Café for breaks and less formal meetings. 

o   On-site fitness room and possibility to join weekly group sport activities. 

o   On-site medical department. 

o Flexibility in terms of working hours. 

o Employee Assistance Program by Optum with the possibility of 5 sessions with a psychologist per year. 

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Supporting employee's commute: on-site bike parking and shower facilities, shuttle between Heizel metro and the office every few minutes in the morning and evening, carpooling community, car parking. 

ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT THE ROLE? DEEP DIVE INTO P&G AND CHECK THE BELOW INSIGHTFUL LINKS:

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P&G is driven to make life better, not just within the company, but across the globe. Click  here  to check out how we make a meaningful impact on the world .

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We are the world’s largest consumer goods company. Click  here  to discover about our iconic brands .

At P&G #weseeequal

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work.

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Job Schedule
Full time

Job Number
R000096435

Job Segmentation
Recent Grads/Entry Level (Job Segmentation)