Senior Procurement Specialist- Metals (m/f/x)

Overview

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.Job Description:Senior Procurement Specialist - Metals (m/f/x)The Impact You’ll Make in this RoleAs a

Senior Procurement Specialist - Metals

for

3M Global Procurement , you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.Here, you will make an impact by:Owning Category Leadership

across 3M Businesses and Divisions, serving as a Procurement Category Specialist for Metals within 3rd Party Manufacturing.

Driving Supplier Optimization , helping 3M and the Procurement organization meet its cost savings and working capital goals.

Innovating Cost Reduction Strategies

by initiating and implementing best practices in Procurement.

Leading Supplier Engagements

as the primary contact for 3M, spearheading negotiations, supporting effective NPI launches, and managing complex supplier relationships.

Solving Complex Challenges

by identifying, leading, and implementing solutions for dual-sourcing, negotiation, category strategy, supplier management, and external supply sources.

Enhancing Processes

by identifying and leading opportunities for improvements that enhance service, speed, or cost, through comprehensive analysis of Procurement data and metrics.

Building Strong Partnerships

with suppliers and internal 3M stakeholders, including Manufacturing, RandD, Portfolio, Finance, and Supply Chain Operations.

Negotiating Complex Agreements

to manage supply relationships, including VMI (vendor managed inventory), consigned materials, formula-based pricing, etc.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet following minimum requirements:Bachelor’s degree or higher or equivalent industry experience

Proficient experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain within a manufacturing organisation

Additional knowledge / nice-to-have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Experience in Procurement within the metals commodity or metal fabrication space.

Strong Negotiation and Contracting Skills

Proactive and Initiative-driven with a positive approach.

Project Management Experience

Proven Collaboration Skills with internal and external stakeholders on complex projects.

Effective Communication Skills at all organizational levels.

Financial Acumen and comfort with conducting business analytics.

Job specifics

Office based (4 days per week) in any of the following locations - Bracknell, UK; Wroclaw, Poland; or Neuss, Germany

Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance: Not authorised.

Working pattern - Full-Time

Does this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations?If so, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us.We look forward to hearing from you!Resources for You

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