Head of Sourcing CU WEU

Be end-to-end sourcing accountability toward the business, covering all third-party procurement (3PP), even when execution is shared across sourcing teams. Through early and proactive engagement, collaborate with Stakeholders and Sourcing functions, translating product/customer solution requirements into strategies and third-party business solutions, managing sourcing plans, driving cost and delivery performance. Ensure effective management of total spend, drive excellence in cost, supplier efficiency and quality in line with the profitability targets of the company Drive the Sourcing compliance & EHS agenda across the unit and the entire supplier base, managing risk and ensure preventative actions Promote business opportunities based on optimized value extraction through partnering, supplier innovation, market insight and Sourcing strategies. Actively engage and support EMEA Domains, Sourcing Category teams as well as other Market Area stakeholders on specific sales opportunities and business readiness requirements. Drive supplier business intelligence, benchmarking practice & category market knowledge, establishing a cost effective & competitive marketplace Define and drive Sourcing vision, strategy, and related targets in alignment with stakeholders and category strategies. What you will bring: Degree in Administration, Economics or Technology or equivalent through experience 10+ years Sourcing experience in various sourcing domains of which 3+ years in leadership roles. Deep experience in Telecommunications Sourcing Practice, Process & Strategy Knowledge Proven leadership behaviors, including leading diverse and cross countries teams Strong negotiations skills Ability to influence internal and external partners and drive objective decision making The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next. What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. learn more. Primary country and city: Based in one of the CU WEU countries. Final location and employment terms will be confirmed during the selection process. Req ID: 769975