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The Role: Senior Buyer Global Air Procurement (ID: 0095H7)

Overview: Lead Global Air Procurement. Lead and/or assist in the crafting of procurement strategy and solutions across the global network delivering best-in-industry service, supporting operation excellence, sustainability, and productivity. Lead and support procurement of integrated cross-modal delivery fulfillment models. Able to advance solutions in the market to enable SE to be abreast of the market and key catalyst and driver co-creation with partners in delivery fulfillment solutions.

What will you do?

Procurement Leadership

• Create and implement a comprehensive strategy for airfreight and 3PL partnerships that align with overall business objectives

• Manage indirect procurement relationships across various business units

• Lead sourcing events for both long-term and short-term contracts with stakeholders to define scope, sources of supply and overall sourcing strategy

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives such as industry and market analysis & benchmarking, improve lead times and risk mitigation plans

• Achieve overall supply chain efficiency, productivity targets and cost savings continuity through collaboration with partners and business

• Oversee the management and optimization of contracts to ensure compliance, performance, and cost-effectiveness throughout the contract cycle

• Promote air alternative modes of transport to mitigate cost and lower carbon footprint

• Drive sustainability committed targets for carbon abatement with our logistics partners

Sourcing leadership, strategic sourcing.

• Lead Global Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Request for Information (RFI) across the global or regional perimeter. Accountable and responsible for executing the entire cycle of RFQ.

• Good working knowledge of the air cargo market ranging from partners, cargo hub and route network and able to keep professionally current in the air cargo eco-system.

• Working knowledge of sourcing tools for RFQ and able to demonstrate competency in at least one or more tools.

• Sound experience in partner network knowledge, strength on power lanes etc. will be a strong advantage

• Proven knowledge of shipper's forecast, outbound/inbound process, customs relating to air uplift and delivery. Having prior operational knowledge is an advantage.

Stakeholder Management

• Establish and nurture relationships with internal stakeholders by demonstrating humility and a thorough understanding of their needs

• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships not limited to Global Logistics Finance, Transport and Logistics, Planning

• Effectively partner with executive stakeholders to align procurement goals with broader company objectives

• Collaborate across teams to ensure procurement strategies are effectively integrated and supported throughout the organization

• Must be a Team Player promoting a culture of trust, respect, and inclusivity within the team

• Be flexible in managing time zones to ensure coverage across all regions

Vendor and External Stakeholder Relationships

• Cultivate and manage strong relationships with external stakeholders and vendors to support long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships

• Oversee supplier performance to guarantee that service level agreements are fulfilled

• Collaborate with the supplier to implement projects aimed at creating business value and enhancing productivity

• Perform Executive Business Reviews with strategic partners

Training and Change Management

• Lead efforts to train teams on new systems, embedding changes smoothly across business unit/department (eg: Spot Quote Tool, MLTRC/Zoning Rate card)

• Ensure the successful adoption of new technologies and processes, facilitating a seamless transition to more efficient practices

Metrics and Reporting

• Track key procurement metrics to monitor efficiency, cost savings, and overall effectiveness of procurement activities. Regularly report on performance and identify opportunities for improvement

• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, savings achieved, supplier performance, and market insights to be shared with senior management

Who would be successful?

• Minimum of 7 years experience in transport or related fields
• Bachelor's degree required in Business Management, Global Supply Chain or a related field
• Knowledgeable about the overall logistics competitive and partner environment
• Having procurement experience in one or modes of operations
• Having a strong operations background in one or modes of operations is necessary
• Well-proven leadership skills, maturity
• Project management and project sponsor experience
• Digitally acute, familiar with MS tools, Tableau etc.
• Strong understanding of a matrixed network a definite plus
• Customs and Dangerous Goods experience preferred
• Strong understanding of carbon efficiency in transportation
• Very strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Financially savvy with Business Case experience
• Work location: Rosario, Cavite
• Working arrangements: Hybrid setup

What's in it for me?

• Global family leave

• Comprehensive medical coverage for employee and dependents

• Worldwide Employee Stock Ownership

• Flexible work arrangement

• On-site gym

...and more!

Who will you report to? Senior Manager, Global Transportation

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€36bn global revenue

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

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Schedule: Full-time
Req: 0095H7