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Job offer: Senior Buyer (M/F) in the industrial sector via Apave Cameroon Apave Cameroon is recruiting, on behalf of a major player in the industrial sector, an experienced Senior Buyer. In strict compliance with the HSEQ protocols, your mission will be to optimize the triptych Quality / Costs / Service. Your role will be strategic: identify the best sources of supply, reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) and maximize the value created for the entity, while strengthening the autonomy of the structure.
Main duties and responsibilities Under the authority of the Purchasing Department, your activities will revolve around the following axes: Strategy and Sourcing: Participate in the definition of strategic purchasing guidelines, develop and deploy the methodology of Strategic Sourcing, and ensure an active watch on market developments. Negotiation and Contract Management: Manage complex tenders, negotiate and manage framework contracts, and control supplier risks as well as commercial or financial disputes. Optimization and Performance: Introduce best practices, calculate forecast costs (Costing) – TCO), and actively contribute to reducing expenses and improving the quality/price ratio. Management and Support: Coach the team of buyers on complex issues, equip them with effective professional tools and build lasting relationships with strategic suppliers. Representation: Represent the company at relevant trade shows and ensure supply continuity.
Profile and skills sought
Education: Baccalaureate minimum level diploma+3 to Bac+5. Basic technical training is a significant asset.
Experience: 5 to 10 years of successful professional experience in the function of buyer, ideally in an industrial environment, with proven expertise in purchasing project management. Technical skills: Mastery of an ERP (type SAP) and office management tools. Expertise in strategic sourcing, market segment analysis and risk management. Perfect control of Incoterms and international purchasing procedures. Excellent knowledge of trading techniques and costing (TCO). Languages: Fluency in English (required for international purchases). Personal qualities: Leadership, analytical rigor, propositional strength and excellent relational abilities.
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