Supply Chain Specialist with English + 2nd European Language

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

We are a world leader in the sector of business consulting, offering services in the field of Finance, Systems Integration, Telecommunications and Informatics among many others. With operation centers in more than 70 countries worldwide, our corporation is currently a globally recognized leader in the „next generation“ of business consulting with reported revenue of billions of dollars. European branch of the global Shared Services was established 5 years ago in Prague in order to support mainly European markets and certain functions worldwide. With 450 professional employees, we are supporting over 15 000 company employees in 40 countries. Our corporate culture is characterized by transparency, open communication and team spirit.

We are currently looking for people to join our Supply Chain department, where your initiative, active participation and good performance will be well valued. This is not only a good chance to get the job you are looking for, but also an opportunity to grow in skills and professional experience at the international level and with a globally known corporation.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist you will execute action plans to meet global supply chain strategies: including sourcing strategies and global supplier network capabilities for key commodities and spend categories to achieve broad business objectives. Within this role you will maintain excellent working relationships with strategic business stakeholders to gain a comprehensive understanding of business requirements and to support the business in achievement of its outcomes. You may provide Supply Chain support for new business offerings, and follow Corporate, Regional and Supply Chain policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow supply chain policies and procedures to ensure financial and strategic goals are attained
• Execute supply chain functions including sourcing, category management, contracting, supplier management, business partnering to support supply chain strategies
• Provide research and analyses to solve problem issues; make recommendations for decisions
• Assistance in the development and completion of contracts and contract negotiations
• Implementation of supply chain strategies
• Collaboration with business stakeholders to achieve savings targets, improve supplier 
performance, and maximize supplier collaboration to drive the best business outcomes
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders
• Collect metrics to optimize sourcing, supplier activities and efficiencies
• Work collaboratively with global and regional team members to prioritize and drive implementation.

THE IDEAL PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum one year of related experience (e.g. in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Development, Technology, Finance Processes)
• Fluency in English and other European language (German/ French/ Dutch/ Spanish/ Italian/ Russian/ Scandinavian languages)
• Advanced knowledge in MS Excel
• Experience working with concepts, practices, and procedures in areas of responsibility OR Experience with vendor selection, sourcing and contracting, supplier management,
negotiations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to interface with internal customers 
and customer representatives
• Ability to represent Supply Chain with internal customers 

• Analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

WE OFFER:

• Very competitive remuneration
• Permanent contract
• Extensive corporate benefits package
• Yearly bonuses
• Modern and representative state of the art office building in Prague centre
• Free refreshments in the workplace
• Social events and team building activities
• Extensive training and coaching
• Education & Development Program
• Perspective projects with an international scope
• Positive and social working environment