INDIRECT PURCHASING DIRECTOR (Tivoli or Prague)

Location

Czech Republic - Praha

Apply by

2025-03-30

Workplace

Hybrid

About Us:

We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments.

We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand.

We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet.

Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day.

We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 6.700 employees of 40 different nationalities, 14 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 860.5 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6 billion euro), over 28,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.

In this strategic role, directly reporting to the Senior Vice President (SVP), Global Operations, you will oversee and manage all indirect purchasing activities related to plant operations (including tooling, equipment, and machinery) and central functions (including services), and be accountable for the management of investment projects across the plants, as well as off-take and trade-off initiatives.

What can you look forward to?

  • Lead and develop a dedicated team of Indirect Purchasing Specialists located in the Czech Republic and Italy, along with an Off-take Manager.
  • Functionally manage Plant Purchasing Managers regarding all indirect purchasing activities.
  • Ensure effective management of investments, aligning procurement strategies with business objectives to optimize costs and efficiency.
  • Drive the development and implementation of strategic sourcing and procurement best practices across indirect spend categories.
  • Manage relationships with key suppliers and negotiate favorable terms to ensure optimal quality, service, and cost outcomes.
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What are the basic requirements?

  • Technical (preferred) or Economical degree
  • Fluent in English language
  • Well performed in Excel, PowerPoint, database management
  • Self-directing, and able to meet deadlines in an environment of constantly changing priorities and data through the coordination and Team leading 
  • Ability to work professionally and effectively to meet objectives
  • Analytical capabilities
  • Effective communication & Negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in team with other company departments like Production, Maintenance etc.
  • Resistance to working pressure
  • Ability to adapt to new conditions
  • 5 years’ experience in the same role

We can offer you:

  • The background of a strong multinational company
  • Fluent in English language C1 level, other regional languages are a plus,
  • Space for self-realization and the possibility of professional and career growth,
  • Full-time position for an indefinite period,
  • 5 weeks holiday, company meals, pension contributions, ....
  • Place of work: Tivoli, Italy or Prague, Czech Republic

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