Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Manager, Indirect Procurement Europe

The position sits within the Global Indirect Procurement function and will be focused on partnering with Europe & EEMEA spend owners and Finance to deliver improved cost and service levels in transportation, logistics and warehousing categories.

What you will do:

• Support global Indirect procurement initiatives in Europe & EEMEA by Global category managers
• Run independent and owning Pan-European & EEMEA savings initiatives in Commercial Europe >100K
• Support and guide local savings initiatives per country and category <100k
• Develop and drive Sourcing strategies together with stakeholders
• Follow Stryker policies and driving best practice sharing
• Drive supplier management / development activity, where we own category management
• Support ad-hoc projects as required
• Responsible and owner of Procurement projects, management of Self, delivering to agreed savings targets / implementation objectives and close deals with a signed contract
• Follow agreed processes and structure in reporting savings and storing contracts
• Having bi-monthly reviews of indirect savings initiatives with main stakeholders of countries in scope -and functions
• Support Team activities aimed at continuous improvement and Best in class procurement
• Drive Competitive bids, tendering, contracting with a goal bring under contract >100k suppliers and support local buyers to contract 10-100k spend suppliers
• Liaise with Global category leads and be responsible for bringing understanding of additional European requirements and needs into Global tenders
• Reduce risk and establish security of supply of contracted services and goods
• Reduce the number of suppliers and simplify landscape with Preferred, contract, local, outsource solutions and spot buying vendors
• Drive spend to negotiated rate cards and contracted suppliers

Qualifications & Experience:

• 8+ years indirect procurement experience , focusing on Logistics categories, with an international scope
• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree and/or Certified Purchasing Manager (or equivalent)
• Sourcing/Supply Chain certifications or training is desired
• Experience in commodity analysis/supplier management/project management roles
• Experience developing, negotiating, and implementing commercial contracts, including supply and service agreements
• Experience working with & developing strong relationships with multiple stakeholders to deliver results
• Capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working in a med-tech/fast-growing environment is a plus
• Good understanding of financial analysis, strategic analysis, trained negotiation skills and project management
• Good understanding of procurement / strategic commodity management preferred
• Ability to use business tools such as Power BI or Microsoft Suite of products
• English is required and 1 other language (Spanish, France, Dutch, German) is a plus

What do we offer you in return?

Flat hierarchies and responsibility - through flat hierarchies, we strengthen the initiative and willingness of our employees to take over responsible tasks.

We grow Talent - we give you the opportunity to develop your career based on your strengths at the direction that you aspire.

Recognition of your Performance - at Stryker, outstanding individual and cross-functional team performance is rewarded. Ideas, projects, or other exceptional achievements can be submitted for various awards on a local and global level.

Competitive Salary and Benefits - with us, you will receive a permanent contract, a competitive salary and bonus plan commensurate with your job. Our comprehensive package also includes different local benefits according to the country you will be based in.

Promoting Work-Life Balance through Flexible Working Hours - we offer an appealing and flexible working hours model to accommodate individual life situations.

Team Spirit, Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion - our team is energetic, engaged and has a lot of potential. We create inclusive teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.

Travel Percentage: 20%