Main Reponsibilities:
•Lead for NPM Operations in Korea, first point of contact for plant managers
•Leads activities to create a portfolio of productivity ideas for his/her Hub, manages topics to achieve the group and regional targets such as consolidation of supplier base, payment terms, efficiency KPIs
•Ensure compliance with relevant guidelines within the HUB, update local procedures, Respond and follow up the audits results to close the gaps and implement control methods to avoid recurrence.
•The jobholder will challenge and promote his staff and carry out personal measures in coordination with the personnel department and the (above NPM Manager).
•He/She ensures continuous reviews and improvements of organizational processes in her area of authority. He/She leads her staff in a goal-directed and motivating manner for attainment of the best-possible results.
Required skills and experience:
•At least 10 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment; Familiar with purchasing processes and supply chain principles.
•Depth understanding of the Korean NPM market
•Team management experience
•Good communication skills and willingness to work cross-functionally.
•Fluent Korean and English speaking and writing skills
•Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), SAP.
•Flexible for frequent travels