ABOUT THE ROLE
The primary function of this role is to partner with our Corp HR and Marketing stakeholders to design and shape Global strategy and a Regional approach where appropriate.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a subject matter expert in the defined categories and will establish and build internal relationships with Corporate and regional stakeholders
Lead the supplier market analysis and ensure supplier qualifications for RFQ’s
Lead and assist supplier negotiations for the business on requirements, commercial terms and conditions
Build performance-based supplier relationships that lead to optimal pricing, quality improvements, process improvements and delivery of world class solutions
Communicate with SCM and Corporate on supplier value propositions and supplier performance metrics which enable continuous improvement initiatives and actions
Develop thorough master services contracts in accordance with regulatory and legal department’s requirements
Qualifications:
Knowledge of the various HR sub categories: Benefits (Pension, Healthcare, Consultants, Actuarial, Pharmacy, Wellness, Outplacement, EAP etc..). Marketing sub categories: Advertising, Print, Promotional Merchandise, Stock image/Music providers, Survey's, Meeting & Events, Digital Marketing, Branding. Public Relations, Creative agencies etc.)
Strong experience in complex project management including at a minimum regional scope and cross-functional coordination. Global experience would be a plus
Expertise in negotiating/interpreting legal terms and conditions
Skills:
Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills
Strong negotiation skills, knowledge, and experience
Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks globally
Demonstrated leadership capabilities required
What we offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits package (pension, wellness scheme, health insurance etc.)
Permanent contract in a fast-growing global company
Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible
We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University