Gcc Sourcing Associate

**About Lubrizol**

**Summary of the Role**:
As a GCC Sourcing Associate for indirect procurement, you will be responsible for a regional portfolio of suppliers who supply services or equipment for your assigned category. Primary responsibilities include (but not limited to) development and execution of RFPs aimed at delivering maximum value to the corporation through aspects such as ensuring a secure supply chain, achieving the best total cost of ownership, and fostering competitive advantage, all while aligning closely with business requirements. This position carries accountability to the regional Procurement Manager for the supported region and category.

**Responsibilities / Accountabilities**:

- Maintain the portfolio of a specific indirect category within a matrix organization.
- Source and onboard suppliers, facilitating the placement of master supply agreements and contracts as appropriate, along with supplier relationship management.
- Partner with regional teams to leverage regional and industry best practices.
- Conduct regular assessment of Business Partner requirements and matching procurement plans to meet/adapt to business needs.
- Create and execute multi-year sourcing strategies to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO), assurance of supply, quality, service, and innovation.
- Leverage end-to-end sourcing expertise to resolve escalations and execute sourcing strategies.
- Lead pricing and negotiation strategies for all category materials.
- Updating vendor information
- Creation of new vendors
- Tracking orders until delivery
- Onboard suppliers
- Execute efficient and effective supplier management practices that drive improved supplier performance and correction action (as needed).
- Driver early business engagements for highlight complex and critical business areas and manage supplier activity across multiple accounts.
- Adhere and promote compliance with company HSES policies, practices, and procedures.
- Represent Lubrizol in a professional, legal, and ethical manner to maintain the integrity of the Lubrizol and Berkshire Hathaway brands.

**Requirements (education, experience, competencies and specific job requirements)**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Business, or other related fields. Extensive experience may be considered.
- At least 5 years of experience in the chemical industry recommended.
- Fluent in English with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be able to relate and work well with individuals at all levels, internally and externally.
- Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to deal with cultural differences and regional issues.
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement lifecycle and excellent negotiation skills.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.

**Considered a plus**
- Advanced degree in above disciplines or MBA
- Knowledge of Lubrizol products and their key raw materials
- ERP systems experience, including SAP and BOBJ
- Training in strategy development and execution
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement lifecycle and negotiation skills

**Education / Certification**:
**Experience and Skills**:
It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers, and communities.

As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today.

More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their ethnic origin, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic.

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