Supply Chain & Procurement Sr. Professional

About Umicore

Powering the cars of today and tomorrow. Reducing harmful emissions. Giving unique properties to high-end applications. Giving new life to used metals. As a global advanced materials and recycling group, we develop, produce, and recycle materials for a better life.

About Electro Optic Materials

Power in space. Vision at night. Coatings thinner than human hair. Umicore is a world leader in material solutions for the space, optics and electronics sectors - enabling every day cutting-edge technologies. We guarantee our customers secure access to supply, plus recycling technologies that give materials a new lease of life. To produce materials with even higher performance, and provide recycling to new markets, we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new processes. Which is where you come in.

Your Key Accountabilities

As our Supply Chain & Procurement Senior Professional, you will play a key role in supporting the growth of our Infra-red solutions business by leading strategic supply chain and procurement initiatives across an international supplier network. You will drive sourcing strategies, supplier development and outsourcing projects while partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure business growth, operational excellence and supply continuity.

• Lead Supply Chain workstreams supporting the Infra-red business growth program.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for key categories, with a focus on metalwork components.
• Translate business operational needs into a resilient supply strategy (e.g., dual sourcing, regional approach) and planning and manage direct spend (incl. duties)
• Manage strategic supplier relationships and drive supplier performance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with Umicore global sustainable sourcing policy and regulations (e.g., REACH, RoHS, POP, PFAS)
• Lead outsourcing initiatives and support global supplier development, particularly in Asia.
• Perform strategic supply chain assessments (e.g. Kraljic Matrix) to identify risks and opportunities.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Commercial, Global Supply and Procurement teams to deliver business objectives.

Who we are looking for

• 5-7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or Strategic Sourcing.
• Experience in an international manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical mindset and proactive approach.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of thermal optics or precision manufacturing is an advantage.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally (Europe, North America and Asia).
• Reporting Line
• Reports directly to the Business Line Manager.

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?

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