Regional Commodity Manager

Uniting what's next in traffic.

We're the Yunex Traffic team, a global leader in intelligent traffic systems. We have been working on revolutionary technologies for the mobility of the future. We develop solutions for traffic management leading to greater traffic flow, safety, efficiency and environmental friendliness. The results of our work are perceived by the citizens in cities around the world.

What awaits you?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Regional Commodity Manager – Indirects to join our Yunex Traffic Procurement & Logistics organization in Germany. You will have the responsibility for the total Purchasing Volume (PVO), controlling and measurement of procurement activities, with the objective of establishing optimum total cost solutions with an excellent supplier base.

What will be your mission?

• Management of Indirect Material Commodities, with a heavy focus on Real Estate and Facility Management services, and foster cross-functional alignment for Germany
• Define Commodity structure and organization, develop and implement material productivity programs/ measures to achieve the maximum contribution to the targets
• Define and implement commodity and pooling strategies (based on conducted demand, market and supplier analyses)
• Evaluate and document in Commodity Strategy Master and update regularly; communicate the strategies to ensure long-term, cost-efficient supply of materials and strategic Sourcing.
• Define and implement negotiation concepts and strategies to maximize savings. Negotiate frame contracts and document all contracts in relevant Supplier Management IT-systems
• Utilization of eProcurement tools (eAuction/eBidding) to improve the procurement process and efficiency.
• Systematically forward all relevant procurement related information (e.g. updated contractual conditions, Supplier Management data) to ensure all stakeholders are up to date.
• Identify procurement risks, opportunities and market forces to avoid potential damage/ maximize potential opportunities through tailored risk management and change management
• Supplier Management: supplier selection, (incl. documentation and communication of preferred suppliers). Perform regular supplier and strategic evaluations, supplier qualification and supplier development to obtain and develop the best suppliers and to ensure an optimum supply chain.

What do you need to become a team member?

• Bachelors' degree and experience in Commodity Management for Indirect Materials, with a proven track record in Real Estate and Facility Management services in Germany
• Good communication skills as will be required to work with cross functional partners
• Candidate should be able to ask questions, tests assumptions and openly discuss issues to keep commitments within this team.
• Ability to set and work towards a specific goal, especially business goals, identifies risks and plans for contingencies to ensure delivery.
• Identify opportunities in own area to contribute to the commercial success of the company.
• Need to be well organized, able to work well under pressure and change priorities at short notice as and when the need should arise.
• Ideally intermediate knowledge of: MS Office 365, S4Hana.
• Languages: fluent in German and English
  

What can you look forward to with us?

• Up to 33 days of vacation
• Working hours as you organize them (you should always be on call between 10 am and 2 pm)
• The opportunity to work from home for a better work-life balance
• A personal annual budget (depending on seniority), which you can use for various leisure activities in our cafeteria
• Where can you find our offices? Near the metro station Chodov, Praha 4 or on Škrobárenská Street, Brno.

How do you apply?

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About Us:

We are a global leader in intelligent transport systems with more than 3,500 passionate employees who pioneer, develop, create, install and maintain innovative road traffic and mobility solutions all over the world. We make our roads smarter, safer and greener. The work we do enables cities, highways authorities and infrastructure operators to create a new world of mobility and makes cities more livable for everyone. Our solutions range from traffic lights, tolling solutions and tunnel management to software, AI applications and the intelligent networking of all road users.

Our Commitment:

At Yunex Traffic, the uniqueness of our people is our strength. Our people are at the heart of what we do and every voice, perspective and contribution is valued. The future of mobility needs people who think down different tracks and we empower our people to transform cities all over the world. Join us and make a difference too.

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