Purchasing Manager

Job Location

BUCHAREST OFFICE

Job Description

Do you excel in commercial and relationship activities? Are you passionate about analytics and strategic thinking?  If you thrive on challenges and excel at closing great deals, then our Purchasing Team is your ideal place!

At P&G, we spend over $40 billion annually on goods and services to produce some of the best consumer products in the world. Strategic Purchases is a critical function within the Product Supply organization, managing expenditures on items ranging from raw and packaging materials to marketing services and outsourced manufacturing. This role guarantees a challenging learning environment across diverse industries and sectors.

As a Purchasing Manager, you will serve as the commercial leader at the forefront of all supply chain and strategic sourcing activities, managing P&G’s expenditure and bringing external insights into the company. You will connect with a variety of industries and stakeholders to drive success.

💰Compensation details: for this role the monthly starting salary is 12.900 RON Gross. We consistently benchmark our salaries against top competitors and every P&G employee’s salary is reviewed at least annually so there is ample room for growth.  In addition to this, you will receive a 13th salary once per year and a vacation bonus.

As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for:

1. Procurement Strategy Development:

• Develop a deep understanding of market dynamics and industry trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Create and elaborate sourcing strategies that align with business goals, including sustainability and cost management.
• Identify and recommend new technologies and innovative solutions to enhance sourcing efficiency.

2. Procurement Strategy Execution:

• Lead the execution of sourcing plans to ensure timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate best-value deals with suppliers to meet the company's business needs.
• Innovate solutions to optimize procurement processes and effectively tackle challenges.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers to foster mutual growth and success.

3. Supply Base Management:

• Develop a sustainable supply base that upholds quality and ethical standards.
• Oversee efficient material procurement strategies to support production needs.

4. Collaboration and Leadership:

• Collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to get results.
• Influence stakeholders internally and externally to achieve outstanding outcomes.
• Treat suppliers honestly and ethically, fostering partnerships in delivering quality products.

What You Can expect from Us:

• We live our Purpose, Values, and Principles in everything we do. 🏆
• From Day 1, you will be empowered to make a difference: you will own a spend area and lead strategic sourcing for all related goods or services. You will also manage deals and internal recommendations, as well as external supplier relationships. 💪
• We know it will be a challenge, but we care about every individual: you will receive a customized learning plan consisting of formal training (Sourcing College, Negotiation Classes, etc.), along with coaching and mentorship to enable you to deliver maximum value to the Company. ✅

Job Qualifications

• Minimum final year of studies in Bachelor Degree.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written. Other language skill is a bonus.
• Strong interest in commercial business aspects.
• Passion for learning and applying skills to achieve business results.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to connect the dots.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Becoming part of P&G, you will benefit of:

• Competitive salary package, annual bonus and vacation bonus 
• Private medical insurance & life insurance & 24 Hours Accident Insurance 
• Stock Ownership Plan - You have the opportunity to buy P&G shares quoted on the New York Stock Exchange to participate in the profits of the Company and the company will match part of the investments   
• Flexible working schedule & Hybrid Work from Home/Work from Office option 
• Meal allowance of 40 lei / worked day and access to our private canteen  
• Flex Benefits Fund allows employees to customize their benefits according to their unique situations, aspirations, and life stages. You can allocate flexibly for your Mental, Financial, Physical, and Work-Life Wellbeing (e.g., sports, dental, public transportation support, cultural events, books & study materials, kids care expenses, pet care, etc) 
• Access to a variety of learning and development internal platforms
• Fresh fruits every day in the office 
• Purchase of company products option at reduced prices
• Additional bridge days off offered by the company (up to 3 days per year)
• Employee Assistance Program – confidential expert guidance and specialist support on any work, wellbeing, emotional, financial, physical or family issue. 

The above benefits are granted under the conditions of the collective labor agreement applicable, and P&G internal policies.

ABOUT US:

We produce globally recognized brands, and we grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a portfolio of trusted brands as diverse as ours, it is paramount our leaders are able to lead with courage the vast array of brands, categories and functions. We serve consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ariel®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Herbal Essences®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, Tampax® and more. Our community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide.

Visit http://www.pg.com to know more.

Our consumers are diverse and our talents - internally - mirror this diversity to best serve it. That is why we’re committed to building a winning culture based on Inclusion and our ideal candidate is passionate about the same principle: you will join our daily effort of being “in touch” so we craft brands and products to improve the lives of the world’s consumers now and in the future. We want you to inspire us with your unrivalled ideas.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000154673

Job Segmentation

Entry Level

Starting Pay / Salary Range

12,900.00 / month