Global Supplier Account Manager (12 months fixed term contract)

The Vodafone Procurement and Connectivity Company (VPC) in Luxembourg is part of the Vodafone Group and drives our aspiration to connect for a better future. We purchase products and services from across the globe to help run our business at its very best. We support our people to deliver on our strategy and be a brand loved by our customers, communities, co-partners, and colleagues. We give and take ownership to make the most of our many talents and we are always learning to grow ourselves and our business.
We get it done, together.

The Global Supplier Account Manager as part of the Mobile & Device Tech team manages commercial activities around delivering cost savings and develops the commercial strategy in cooperation with our markets.

In the role you shall challenge incumbent providers / suppliers / and creates opportunities for increased competition; You manage the negotiation process to secure favourable terms and volume discounts on the purchase of goods on a global or local scale, ensuring that all purchasing and contracting activities are executed in a professional way, in line with Vodafone standards and local targets.
The Global Supplier Account manager is also responsible for contractual negotiations, supplier briefings to C-level and managing the commercial relationship with the suppliers.

• Business Acumen: Focus on the impact that you deliver within the role and demonstrate a high understanding and willingness to learn the business environment.
• Negotiation Skills: Knowledge of commercial negotiations and contract negotiations
• Communication Skills: Effective communication, empathetic listening, and presentation skills focused on delivering the message to senior stakeholders.
• Team-oriented: Ability to work as part of a team.
• Languages: Proficiency in English, and the knowledge of Spanish will be beneficial.
• Education or Experience: Higher degree in Management/Business Administration/Commerce/ or equivalent professional qualifications.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

We want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we support this, including:

• 28 Days of Annual Leave (with the option to buy 5 days and the opportunity to carry over 5 days per year)
• 1 Additional Day
• 11 Public Holidays
• 5 Charity Days per Year
• Flexible Working Schedule
• 20 Days to Work from Abroad
• Lunch Vouchers
• Access to Private AXA Health Insurance and Pension Scheme
• Access to Vodafone University and Online Training

You may have already heard of Vodafone - Were a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.

As part of our global family, whether thats Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, youll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.