Created as a joint-venture between Nestle and L'Oreal, Galderma is a leading player in the wordwide dermatology market. Galderma develops and markets innovative therapeutic, aesthetic and corrective solutions for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of dermatological conditions.
We presently have an excellent opportunity for Purchasing Specialist. This position is based in our Fort Worth, TX headquarters which is located at Alliance, 15 miles north of Downtown Fort Worth. This person will be involved in indirect purchasing of goods and services for the company. That includes travel, hotel, IT equipment, contracts for vendors of recruiting or other services.
In addition to a competitive salary we offer an excellent benefits package that includes medical/life/dental/vision/prescription insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, vacation and sick time as well as a generous 401(k).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned)
Conducts research to identify & support cost saving opportunities utilizing Galderma purchasing strategies including: total cost analysis, identification and validation of vendors, strategic sourcing, and enforcement of purchasing policies.
Coordination of activities within purchasing system to report and analyze spend data; identify and review potential cost saving opportunities and define purchasing contracts
In conjunction with internal client and legal team, negotiates and reviews contracts and agreements.
Assists in the development of Requests for Proposals including writing, issuing, reviewing and consolidating RFP responses as well as identification of suitable suppliers.
Develops business cases to sell cost savings projects to internal clients.
Initiates, leads and/or participates in Strategic Sourcing projects.
Functions as the procurement/market subject matter expert for assigned market in order to work with internal clients to understand their business drivers and align Purchasing objectives to support client goals
Develops relationships with major market suppliers (and internal client)
Assists in development of other purchasing team members
Works with Finance/Accounting teams to address reporting requirements
Works with manager to create training and distribute information to educate employees concerning purchasing policies.
Respond to consumer inquiries/complaints, demonstrating exceptional customer service and communication skills
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Four year degree in business or similar subject. MBA preferred. Minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in a sourcing or purchasing specialist role. Three years must be ‘indirect’ as opposed to manufacturing related. Experience with Oracle Purchasing system a plus. Proficiency with Windows PC and MS Office software required. Designation as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) is preferred. Must demonstrate ability to develop, issue and evaluate complex RFP’s for services as well as products while leading/participating in cross functional sourcing teams. Must be a market expert for one or more functional areas such as: IT – Hardware, software licensing & support; Marketing – research, advertising, PR, media; HR – insurance, relocation, recruiting; or Sales Operations – Fleet, help desk, technology tools.
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Thank you for submitting your resume for this position. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Galderma is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
No agencies please!
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