RFX & Contract Administration Buyer - Timisoara

About the Role

Join a leading global company with a strong presence across multiple sectors as an RFX & Contract Administration Buyer. In this position, you will develop and co-manage a robust relationship with a major client in the energy and utility industry, ensuring adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely execution of Request for Quotations (RFx) and contract management duties.
• Support complex or exceptional cases while analyzing root causes.
• Manage SLAs and overall deliverables effectively.
• Assist in generating cost savings initiatives.
• Utilize client software tools such as Microsoft Office, SAP, Ariba eSourcing, Agora, Sequana, and ServiceNow in accordance with specific activities.
• Serve as the primary contact for agents and category teams concerning process activities within scope, providing guidance on complicated cases.
• Prepare and deliver both regular and ad hoc reports.
• Identify anomalies and deviations from policies during process execution.
• Provide frequent updates to supervisors regarding process status, queues, and performance metrics.
• Report on backlog status periodically and escalate issues promptly.
• Support quality assurance processes by investigating reported quality concerns.
• Offer coaching and training sessions for clients and team members, including newcomers.
• Manage exceptional tasks such as allocation requests, hosting category meetings, and preparing minutes of meetings when required.
• Participate in process-related calls with stakeholders and document key outcomes.
• Act as a backup for team lead responsibilities within the category.
• Drive and support standardization and harmonization initiatives.
• Initiate and contribute to process improvement efforts.

Candidate Profile

• Proficient in English communication, both written and spoken.
• Basic understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) operations.
• Competent typing skills and familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Experience working with SAP, Oracle, Ariba, or Coupa procurement systems.
• Exposure to procurement operations with strong Excel and data analysis capabilities.
• 4 to 6 years of practical procurement experience implementing procurement initiatives.

Benefits for Romania-based Employees

• Competitive salary enhanced with multiple social benefits.
• Private pension plan options.
• Monthly benefit budget allocations.
• Medical insurance coverage.
• Life insurance policy.
• Year-end Christmas bonus.
• Childbirth allowance.
• Relocation package for candidates relocating to Timisoara.
• Opportunities to work with a globally recognized brand in a distinctive working atmosphere.
• Personal growth supported through multinational corporate environment and extracurricular team activities.
• Active involvement in sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects.
• Access to professional development programs, including both technical and soft skills training through WILearn and Udemy platforms.
• Additional annual leave days based on tenure.
• Access to BOOKSTER platform opportunities.
• Modern, centrally located office with amenities such as free fruits, coffee, and tea.
• Participation in reward schemes like Winner Circle Points and Long Service Award programs offering both monetary and non-monetary recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program for support.
• Referral program with attractive incentives.