Indirect Supply Manager(m/w/x)

**Job Title:** Indirect Supply Manager **Job Location:** UK, Belgium or Germany **Job Type:** Permanent **Type of role:** Hybrid **Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as Indirect Supply Manager!** Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the procurement market and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team. **What You'll Do:** As an Indirect Supply Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving a larger variety of vendors and projects within procurement. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Your work will directly impact the improvement of our sourcing capacity within Benelux and Germany, mainly. **What We're Looking For:** * Identify and qualify suppliers while monitoring and improving supplier performance and value. * Identify candidates for Alliance Partners for specific commodity or service areas. * Monitor sourcing and commodity trends and markets. * Negotiate supply agreements to improve quality, delivery, pricing, lead-times and service. * Identify and implement innovative solutions to mitigate issues and streamline processes to evaluate and implement savings due to increased efficiency. * Ensure contracts are being followed and implement global contracts or other agreements to fully leverage Lubrizol's spend. * Develop and use internal/external RFI (Request for Information) to understand Lubrizol needs and markets. * Use RFQ (request for quote)/ RFP (request for proposals) to identify best supply source. * Ensure POs are clear and accurately reflect internal customer needs. * Ensure master data is accurate to allow efficient order processing and payment. * Manage the "procure through payment" process for maximum efficiency. * Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings (reductions, rebates, payment terms). * Build strong internal customer relationships and external stakeholders management communication. * Train and educate about purchasing processes among different levels of stakeholders involved. * Active involvement in external professional groups. * Has authority as defined in the New Schedule of Executive Approvals Policy (SEA). * Define and coordinate the strategy for the assigned category in partnership with cross-functional teams focused on obtaining best TCO and driving optimization through productivity and complexity reduction. **Skills That Make a Difference:** * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in supply chain, business administration, logistics, finance, accounting, economics, engineering, or other technical degree. * At least 5 years’ experience in procurement or procurement related functions. * Fluent in English, Dutch and German with strong written and verbal communication skills; French and/or Spanish is considered a plus. * Able to excel in communicating at all levels, inside and outside of the organization. * Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills. * Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite. Proficient with SAP or similar ERP. * Advanced purchasing certification (e.g. CPSM, CPM) is appreciated. * Knowledge of the legal aspects of purchasing is a plus. * Availability to travel within Europe is required. **Perks and Rewards That Inspire:** * Develop your professional career with a highly respected, industry-leading, multinational company that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. * Become part of a culture that is based on accountability and empowerment and which values diversity and inclusivity. * A competitive remuneration and benefits package. **Banensegment:** Logistics, Supply, Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations