Sourcing Manager

At Swarovski where innovation meets inspiration our people desire to explore experience and create As a Sourcing Manager Digital you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries Be part of a truly iconic global brand learn and grow with us Were bold and inventive revealing astonishing things like no one else can A world of wonder awaits you About the jobPrimary point of contact between the business stakeholder and suppliers supporting procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification tender and auction management Implement the source to contract processes for all goods and services for the involved business partners and provide feedback to improve these processes Implement the global sourcing initiatives and responsible to execute the defined source to contract process Your responsibilities include but are not limited to Execute assignments following the Source to Contract Process for projects up to given threshold in close collaboration with the corporate and Global Category Manager GCM Support GCM in strategy creation for category Identify savings potentials supported by data analytics ensure the achievement of the service targets with respect to quality cost and time Ensure that all practices meet applicable legal requirements as well as relevant internal policies and procedures Collaborate with internal stakeholders and expert functions in clarifying requirements Execute source-to-contract elements of global category strategies for the defined business units on request from the respective GCM Monitor supplier performance Support supplier relationship management regarding qualification and development of the suppliers in order to ensure existence of an adequate supplier base in the procurement systems Ensure adherence to standard briefing templates and specification templates Adherence to procurement processes and systems and support continuous improvement Collaborate with the Corporate Responsibility function in order to ensure sustainability sourcing Reduce maverick spend and identify possibilities to improve the ordering process About youWe are looking for a unique and amazing talent who brings along the following University degree Education Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a junior sourcing manager role or 2 years as sourcing manager on multiple categories Excellent business understanding and stakeholder management Strong sourcing experience and negotiations skills Advanced SAP ARIBA Knowledge understanding End to End process flow S2C process knowledge Advanced MS Office knowledge Team orientation and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization Innovative and creative approach whenever possible and can-do attitude What we offerYou can expect a range of benefits including Swarovski products discounts Employee Assistance Program Birthday leave Volunteering leave Learning and development programs Masters of Light Since 1895Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality Founded in 1895 in Austria the company designs manufactures and sells the world s finest crystal gemstones Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia jewelry and accessories as well as crystal objects and home accessories Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2 400 stores and 6 700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18 000 people Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik optical devices and Tyrolit abrasives Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovskis heritage Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain with an emphasis on circular innovation championing diversity inclusion and self-expression and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved respected valued connected and heard A place where anyone everyone belongs All aspects of employment including the decision to hire promote discipline or discharge will be based on merit competence performance and business needs We do not discriminate based on race color religion marital status age national origin physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in