IBM is seeking a self-driven and highly motivated Operations Buyer with proven experience to join our IBM Procurement Services team, supporting key client initiatives.
As a Operations Buyer, you will take ownership of and execute projects.
Along with Strategic Sourcing Professionals and Tactical Buyers, you will also be providing category insights to assist strategy development.
- You will act as subject matter expert in end to end purchasing processes and own primary responsibility to achieve client success for the projects/ tasks assigned.
- You will support on-going sourcing activities including PR2PO, requesting proposals, demand management savings, and increasing compliance.
- You will have the opportunity to advance your career by gaining deeper expertise in sourcing, while also expanding your skills in broader category management.
- You will network with leading class sourcing professionals to support your role and career path.
- Demonstrated understanding of how to translate business requirements into Procurement operations or specifications with best value and customer service in mind
- Supplier relationship management expertise and client facing skills
- Proactive character and team player attitude
- High levels of personal drive, initiative, and commitment to business goals
- Fluent in German, or Romanian, or Polish.
- Strong communication skills
- Experience in the Facility Management category is preferred but not limited to it.
- Ideally 1-3 years of Operations Buyer experience but not mandatory
- Experience with dashboards and reporting tools in general
- Experience with e-sourcing tools