CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you "Dare to Grow" with us?

YOUR ROLE

The procurement IT lead buyer is responsible for leading and managing all commercial, contractualand supplier management activitiesrelating to thesupply of goods and services from external Suppliers on a certain IT scope.

The category is Hardware & Infrastructure which consists of Telecom, Network, internet links, cloud, storage, laptops, printers handscanners etc.. Total spend value is 100M$ / year. CEVA has grown very rapidly with multiple acquisitions and has a need for rationalization and cost reduction. The global IT lead buyer will have a key role to support that exercise.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Define category strategies with the team at global level and lead implementation of global procurement strategies through CEVA group
• Foster the cooperation between Global, Regional and Local organization, and ensure adherence to global strategies and processes
• Conduct needs analysis, supplier sourcing and market intelligence on his/her own perimeter
• Act as prime interface of internal stakeholders as well as purchasing region to understand needs and communicate about deals negotiated
• Manage tendering process, supplier selection and contract negotiation for global panel in line with the costs and performance objectives.
• Lead global deal implementation with the support of procurement regions and countries
• Communicate regularly on ongoing and future global actions
• Contribute to procurement performance and monitor this performance through dedicated reports
• Monitor at global level suppliers' performance using appropriate metrics and tools and leading to improvement plan with the suppliers

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• University degree
• Minimum 5 years in procurement with experience on IT categories.
• Result driven, accurate, organisation and presentation skills
• Fluent in English, strong and persuasive communication skills. Fast learner

Desirable

• Experience as a lead buyer on hardware, infra and telecom categories.
• Expertise in Procurement Category management for the logistic industry. Change management skills.
• Comfortable within large matrix organisations

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. There's no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you'd like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That's why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.

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