Purchasing Executive

Summary Of The Role

Responsibilities

• Identify and plan the requirement for designated IM categories based on close dialogue with relevant user departments.
• Source, select,negotiate and approve suppliers for designated IM categories in close cooperation with relevant user departments (including supplier audits and supplier evaluation when relevant)
• Monitor supplier performance, pricing trends, and market conditions to support continuous improvement initiatives. Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure the best possible agreements for designated IM categories, according to the purchasing objectives, by following the Tactical Purchasing Process and utilizing relevant contract formats (including frame agreements, etc.). Implement and follow up global or regional agreements as and when relevant for the company.
• Place and follow up orders in Matrix based on agreements/contracts when relevant
• Execute invoice control in coordination with the finance department
• Maintain and analyze Spend Area Management reports to identify top spend categories, monitor procurement trends, and support cost optimization initiatives
• Report on agreed on KPIs to Purchasing Manager
• WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
• What we offer:
• Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development, both through on-the-job training and Jotun Academy.
• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• A continuous focus on reinventing and innovating high-quality products.
• An international Corporate Culture founded on our four values; Care, Respect, Loyalty, and Boldness.
• What we are looking for:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or any relevant field
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in supply chain, purchasing, or procurement, preferably within FMCG, paints, building materials, manufacturing, or similar industries
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis

Required Competencies

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination achieves high quality results.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.

Who We Are